Pleasanton, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasanton, Texas had a total population of 11,011, the 251st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $65,034, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
Pleasanton Quick Facts
How Pleasanton 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 | 10,557 | 11,011 | +4.3% |
| Median household income | $80,016 | $65,034 | No clear change (-18.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $195,559 | $204,300 | No clear change (+4.5%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,291 | $1,108 | No clear change (-14.2%) |
How Pleasanton 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: 38.1%
- Black: 2.8%
- Hispanic: 57.3%
- Asian: 0.9%
- Other: 0.1%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 18.0%
- HS Diploma: 33.9%
- Some College: 20.7%
- Associate's: 6.2%
- Bachelor's: 16.1%
- Graduate+: 5.1%
Pleasanton Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Atascosa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jourdanton | 4,407 | $83,512 | 14.9% | $171,000 |
| Poteet | 2,910 | $48,750 | 17.0% | $119,200 |
| Charlotte | 1,466 | $28,955 | 36.4% | $86,900 |
| Leming | 681 | $74,559 | 6.3% | $152,200 |
| Christine | 295 | $40,000 | 18.6% | $107,300 |
Cities Similar to Pleasanton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burkburnett | 11,059 | $66,308 | $151,900 | 22.8% | 16.7% |
| Town of Pecos | 10,926 | $60,943 | $117,300 | 8.0% | 16.9% |
| Fredericksburg | 11,419 | $64,534 | $460,300 | 43.3% | 9.2% |
| Clute | 10,715 | $70,208 | $271,700 | 15.0% | 10.4% |
| Freeport | 10,621 | $61,134 | $135,900 | 7.2% | 13.7% |
Population Overview
Pleasanton is a small city located in Texas, within Atascosa County. The total population is 11,011. It ranks as the 251st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pleasanton is 31.7 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 33.4% of the population under 18, Pleasanton has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pleasanton is $65,034. This is 17% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $204,300. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 61.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Pleasanton is Hispanic or Latino, making up 57.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.1%. The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 82.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton, Texas?
Pleasanton, Texas has a population of 11,011 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pleasanton, TX?
The median household income in Pleasanton is $65,034, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pleasanton, TX?
The poverty rate in Pleasanton is 12.6%. This means approximately 1,364 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pleasanton, Texas?
Pleasanton's population is 38.1% White, 2.8% Black, 57.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pleasanton, TX?
The median home value in Pleasanton is $204,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Pleasanton, Texas?
21.2% of adults (25+) in Pleasanton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.