Rancho Chico, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rancho Chico, Texas had a total population of 384, the 1358th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $101,393, which is 29% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Rancho Chico Quick Facts
How Rancho Chico 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 | 48 | 384 | +700.0% |
How Rancho Chico 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Rancho Chico Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in San Patricio County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinton | 5,584 | $51,701 | 25.0% | $142,000 |
| Mathis | 4,308 | $35,271 | 29.5% | $81,500 |
| Taft | 2,871 | $73,032 | 21.3% | $124,200 |
| Odem | 2,102 | $69,267 | 11.5% | $89,400 |
| Gregory | 2,003 | $47,167 | 39.1% | $117,700 |
| Taft Southwest | 1,635 | $55,938 | 10.6% | $94,100 |
| Lakeshore Gardens-Hidden Acres | 970 | N/A | 12.1% | $208,300 |
| St. Paul | 769 | N/A | 21.2% | N/A |
| Ingleside on the Bay | 745 | $95,804 | 2.4% | $305,500 |
| Del Sol | 543 | $53,182 | 25.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Rancho Chico
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradewinds | 390 | N/A | $96,000 | 29.4% | 0.0% |
| El Cenizo | 377 | N/A | $82,500 | 0.0% | 57.8% |
| Camargito | 376 | N/A | N/A | 39.8% | 15.4% |
| Villa Verde | 373 | N/A | $107,700 | 5.6% | 8.6% |
| Douglassville | 372 | N/A | $114,300 | 20.2% | 22.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 384, Rancho Chico'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
Rancho Chico is a small community located in Texas, within San Patricio County. The total population is 384. It ranks as the 1358th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rancho Chico is 29.3 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. Only 11.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rancho Chico is $101,393. This is 29% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 26% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Rancho Chico has a predominantly Hispanic or Latino population, comprising 95.8% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 4.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (95.8% vs 39.7%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 65.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rancho Chico, 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 Rancho Chico, Texas?
Rancho Chico, Texas has a population of 384 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rancho Chico, TX?
The median household income in Rancho Chico is $101,393, which is 26% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rancho Chico, TX?
The poverty rate in Rancho Chico is 7.8%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rancho Chico, Texas?
Rancho Chico's population is 4.2% White, 0.0% Black, 95.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rancho Chico, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rancho Chico — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rancho Chico, Texas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Rancho Chico hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.