St. Paul, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. Paul, Texas had a total population of 879, the 1069th largest town in Texas, with a median household income of $127,500, which is 62% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 62% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Texas.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.
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 | 982 | 879 | -10.5% |
| Median household income | $124,500 | $127,500 | +2.4% |
| Median home value | $475,400 | $494,300 | +4.0% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
St. Paul Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Collin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plano | 290,594 | $112,253 | 6.8% | $465,900 |
| Frisco | 219,304 | $150,212 | 3.5% | $642,100 |
| McKinney | 210,600 | $124,215 | 5.7% | $471,800 |
| Allen | 110,265 | $130,901 | 6.1% | $464,100 |
| Prosper | 37,869 | $195,281 | 5.5% | $823,700 |
| Celina | 34,268 | $170,894 | 4.7% | $509,600 |
| Princeton | 25,229 | $105,200 | 4.1% | $331,000 |
| Anna | 24,330 | $105,593 | 7.8% | $351,700 |
| Murphy | 21,188 | $175,699 | 3.0% | $555,500 |
| Melissa | 20,136 | $138,763 | 1.9% | $454,000 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Davis | 879 | N/A | $256,000 | 31.2% | 41.4% |
| Cross Timber | 875 | N/A | N/A | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Olmito | 887 | N/A | N/A | 11.2% | 67.3% |
| Redland | 866 | N/A | $154,300 | 8.1% | 31.2% |
| Warren | 847 | N/A | $122,400 | 37.1% | 9.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 879, 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 Collin County. The total population is 879. It ranks as the 1069th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in St. Paul is 40.2 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in St. Paul is $127,500. This is 62% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 58% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.4%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $494,300. Housing costs are 74% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 95.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 53% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in St. Paul is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 26.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (65.1% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
40.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 93.7%.
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 879 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in St. Paul, TX?
The median household income in St. Paul is $127,500, which is 58% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in St. Paul, TX?
The poverty rate in St. Paul is 13.4%. This means approximately 118 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of St. Paul, Texas?
St. Paul's population is 65.1% White, 1.1% Black, 26.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in St. Paul, TX?
The median home value in St. Paul is $494,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is St. Paul, Texas?
40.2% of adults (25+) in St. Paul hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.