Pine Island, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pine Island, Texas had a total population of 1,321, the 905th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $55,375, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Pine Island Quick Facts
How Pine Island Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,312 | 1,321 | No clear change (+0.7%) |
| Median household income | $51,928 | $55,375 | No clear change (+6.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $230,758 | $353,300 | No clear change (+53.1%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,052 | $929 | No clear change (-11.7%) |
How Pine Island Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 38.6%
- Black: 14.5%
- Hispanic: 45.4%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 18.9%
- HS Diploma: 34.1%
- Some College: 25.9%
- Associate's: 4.6%
- Bachelor's: 11.9%
- Graduate+: 4.6%
Pine Island 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 |
| Pattison | 706 | $99,659 | 20.0% | $504,400 |
Cities Similar to Pine Island
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | 1,316 | $55,500 | $106,000 | 22.0% | 17.1% |
| Rogers | 1,303 | $55,625 | $97,400 | 5.9% | 21.3% |
| Kemp | 1,302 | $55,833 | $168,100 | 13.0% | 25.2% |
| César Chávez | 1,351 | N/A | $162,300 | 0.0% | 20.4% |
| Farwell | 1,306 | $56,875 | $149,000 | 18.3% | 16.3% |
Population Overview
Pine Island is a small community located in Texas, within Waller County. The total population is 1,321. It ranks as the 905th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pine Island is 38.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pine Island is $55,375. This is 29% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $353,300. Housing costs are 24% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.4x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 77.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Pine Island is Hispanic or Latino, making up 45.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.6%.
Education
16.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% lower 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 81.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pine Island, 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 Pine Island, Texas?
Pine Island, Texas has a population of 1,321 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pine Island, TX?
The median household income in Pine Island is $55,375, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pine Island, TX?
The poverty rate in Pine Island is 12.9%. This means approximately 170 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pine Island, Texas?
Pine Island's population is 38.6% White, 14.5% Black, 45.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pine Island, TX?
The median home value in Pine Island is $353,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.4x.
How educated is Pine Island, Texas?
16.6% of adults (25+) in Pine Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.