St. Paul, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. Paul, Texas had a total population of 769, the 1120th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 21.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
St. Paul Quick Facts
How St. Paul 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 | 1,165 | 769 | -34.0% |
How St. Paul 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+)
St. Paul 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 |
| Ingleside on the Bay | 745 | $95,804 | 2.4% | $305,500 |
| Del Sol | 543 | $53,182 | 25.6% | N/A |
| Lake City | 508 | $51,000 | 19.9% | $101,800 |
Cities Similar to St. Paul
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fabrica | 774 | $49,179 | N/A | 21.7% | 58.9% |
| Mertzon | 764 | $67,500 | $134,400 | 34.7% | 6.0% |
| Annetta South | 763 | $162,500 | $468,900 | 53.3% | 1.3% |
| Calvert | 760 | $51,000 | $116,700 | 29.7% | 5.8% |
| Hillcrest Village | 760 | $102,292 | $285,800 | 33.2% | 15.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 769, St. Paul'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
St. Paul is a small community located in Texas, within San Patricio County. The total population is 769. It ranks as the 1120th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in St. Paul is 35.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.2%. This is 54% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in St. Paul, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 45.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in St. Paul is Hispanic or Latino, making up 81.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 18.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (18.5%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (81.5% vs 39.7%).
Education
6.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 80% 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 91.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for St. Paul, 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 St. Paul, Texas?
St. Paul, Texas has a population of 769 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in St. Paul, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for St. Paul — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in St. Paul, TX?
The poverty rate in St. Paul is 21.2%. This means approximately 163 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of St. Paul, Texas?
St. Paul's population is 18.5% White, 0.0% Black, 81.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in St. Paul, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for St. Paul — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is St. Paul, Texas?
6.8% of adults (25+) in St. Paul hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.