Selma, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Selma, Texas had a total population of 11,503, the 242nd largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $97,066, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.2%.
Selma Quick Facts
How Selma 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 | 10,419 | 11,503 | +10.4% |
| Median household income | $90,057 | $97,066 | No clear change (+7.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $231,742 | $313,900 | +35.5% |
| Median gross rent | $1,775 | $1,774 | No clear change (-0.0%) |
How Selma 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: 35.6%
- Black: 22.3%
- Hispanic: 35.6%
- Asian: 2.2%
- 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: 7.8%
- HS Diploma: 22.4%
- Some College: 20.5%
- Associate's: 12.7%
- Bachelor's: 23.9%
- Graduate+: 12.7%
Selma Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Bexar County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | 1,479,835 | $65,056 | 17.2% | $235,700 |
| Schertz | 44,050 | $99,948 | 5.2% | $317,100 |
| Timberwood Park | 35,413 | $157,100 | 6.0% | $510,600 |
| Cibolo | 35,109 | $122,365 | 4.1% | $351,900 |
| Converse | 29,607 | $94,222 | 11.6% | $248,400 |
| Universal City | 20,189 | $74,811 | 8.8% | $269,600 |
| Live Oak | 15,984 | $79,696 | 5.5% | $246,300 |
| Leon Valley | 11,446 | $59,481 | 12.9% | $253,200 |
| Fair Oaks Ranch | 10,728 | $174,327 | 2.4% | $657,600 |
| Scenic Oaks | 10,569 | $174,962 | 7.8% | $563,100 |
Cities Similar to Selma
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin | 11,563 | $91,114 | $326,400 | 23.1% | 5.3% |
| Heartland | 10,607 | $92,996 | $322,000 | 32.8% | 9.2% |
| Sonterra | 10,563 | $92,319 | $273,600 | 18.5% | 10.4% |
| Hornsby Bend | 12,367 | $89,614 | $314,900 | 32.5% | 15.0% |
| Roanoke | 10,286 | $97,295 | $466,900 | 47.1% | 4.5% |
Population Overview
Selma is a small city located in Texas, within Bexar County. The total population is 11,503. It ranks as the 242nd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Selma is 34.9 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Selma is $97,066. This is 24% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 20% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.2%. This is 55% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $313,900. Housing costs are 11% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 64.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Selma is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 35.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (22.3% vs 11.9%). The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
36.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% higher 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 92.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Selma, 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 Selma, Texas?
Selma, Texas has a population of 11,503 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Selma, TX?
The median household income in Selma is $97,066, which is 20% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Selma, TX?
The poverty rate in Selma is 6.2%. This means approximately 713 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Selma, Texas?
Selma's population is 35.6% White, 22.3% Black, 35.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Selma, TX?
The median home value in Selma is $313,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Selma, Texas?
36.6% of adults (25+) in Selma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.