Pattison, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pattison, Texas had a total population of 706, the 1144th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $99,659, which is 27% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 48.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Texas.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
Pattison Quick Facts
How Pattison Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 688 | 706 | +2.6% |
| Median household income | $96,563 | $99,659 | +3.2% |
| Median home value | $405,000 | $504,400 | +24.5% |
How Pattison Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Pattison Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Waller County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie View | 8,431 | $21,060 | 38.1% | $167,600 |
| Hempstead | 6,137 | $60,041 | 22.6% | $160,700 |
| Brookshire | 5,495 | $65,934 | 21.4% | $159,300 |
| Waller | 3,108 | $39,969 | 25.5% | $156,900 |
| Pine Island | 1,321 | $55,375 | 12.9% | $353,300 |
Cities Similar to Pattison
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leakey | 721 | N/A | $95,600 | 24.3% | 24.1% |
| Hilltop (Frio County) | 688 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 51.6% |
| Chilton | 698 | $93,875 | $213,000 | 23.4% | 18.3% |
| Westminster | 738 | N/A | $486,400 | 24.9% | 1.2% |
| Surfside Beach | 677 | $100,446 | $337,700 | 41.0% | 7.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 706, Pattison's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Pattison is a small community located in Texas, within Waller County. The total population is 706. It ranks as the 1144th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pattison is 47.0 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pattison is $99,659. This is 27% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 23% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.0%. This is 45% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $504,400. Housing costs are 78% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 88.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Pattison is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 29.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (21.8% vs 11.9%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
48.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Pattison in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 44% higher than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pattison, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Pattison, Texas?
Pattison, Texas has a population of 706 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pattison, TX?
The median household income in Pattison is $99,659, which is 23% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pattison, TX?
The poverty rate in Pattison is 20.0%. This means approximately 141 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pattison, Texas?
Pattison's population is 46.9% White, 21.8% Black, 29.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pattison, TX?
The median home value in Pattison is $504,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.
How educated is Pattison, Texas?
48.6% of adults (25+) in Pattison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.