San Patricio County, Texas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

San Patricio County is located in Texas with a total population of 69,519. It is the 53rd most populous county out of 254 in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in San Patricio County is 37.1 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in San Patricio County is $67,512. This is 12% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $180,400. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $260,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, San Patricio County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in San Patricio County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 56.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.4%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

17.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.9%.