Relampago, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Relampago, Texas had a total population of 99, the 1667th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 65.6% is notably above the national average.
Relampago Quick Facts
How Relampago 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 | 171 | 99 | -42.1% |
How Relampago Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Relampago Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hidalgo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen | 145,385 | $61,579 | 20.0% | $190,400 |
| Edinburg | 104,550 | $59,466 | 26.0% | $189,600 |
| Mission | 87,038 | $60,767 | 19.4% | $175,700 |
| Pharr | 80,333 | $52,814 | 27.6% | $121,900 |
| Weslaco | 42,229 | $59,551 | 23.2% | $140,000 |
| San Juan | 36,149 | $56,562 | 22.4% | $126,700 |
| Alamo | 20,255 | $57,096 | 25.3% | $145,100 |
| Alton | 20,214 | $52,715 | 27.5% | $156,300 |
| Donna | 16,833 | $40,438 | 40.7% | $86,100 |
| Mercedes | 16,733 | $46,904 | 28.6% | $111,800 |
Cities Similar to Relampago
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clay | 100 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 19.0% |
| Fronton Ranchettes | 98 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 30.6% |
| Guadalupe Guerra | 98 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Santa Monica | 98 | $89,375 | N/A | 15.7% | 0.0% |
| Springlake | 98 | N/A | $23,200 | 0.0% | 8.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 99, Relampago'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
Relampago is a small community located in Texas, within Hidalgo County. The total population is 99. It ranks as the 1667th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Relampago is 31.3 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 36.4% of the population under 18, Relampago has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 625% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 65.6%. This is 1145% higher 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
Every resident counted in Relampago was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 82.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Relampago, 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 Relampago, Texas?
Relampago, Texas has a population of 99 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Relampago, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Relampago — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Relampago, TX?
The poverty rate in Relampago is 100.0%. This means approximately 99 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Relampago, Texas?
Relampago's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Relampago, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Relampago — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Relampago, Texas?
17.5% of adults (25+) in Relampago hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.