Tierra Verde, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tierra Verde, Texas had a total population of 39, the 1745th largest community in Texas. The poverty rate is 43.6%.
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 (43.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Tierra Verde Quick Facts
How Tierra Verde 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 | 49 | 39 | -20.4% |
How Tierra Verde 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+)
Tierra Verde Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Nueces County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi | 317,419 | $67,394 | 17.1% | $210,400 |
| Portland | 20,543 | $83,865 | 9.0% | $234,800 |
| Robstown | 10,236 | $34,436 | 32.1% | $103,000 |
| Ingleside | 9,997 | $69,464 | 10.0% | $189,200 |
| Aransas Pass | 8,972 | $63,021 | 14.8% | $235,500 |
| Port Aransas | 3,268 | $88,947 | 10.8% | $588,700 |
| Bishop | 3,103 | $58,152 | 24.6% | $111,800 |
| North San Pedro | 721 | $37,028 | 50.5% | $86,200 |
| Spring Gardens | 622 | $44,708 | 5.5% | $157,700 |
| Banquete | 619 | $94,639 | 14.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Tierra Verde
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falman | 39 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Quesada | 40 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Los Centenarios | 41 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 34.2% |
| Rafael Pena | 42 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 42.9% |
| Campo Verde | 43 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 39, Tierra Verde'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
Tierra Verde is a small community located in Texas, within Nueces County. The total population is 39. It ranks as the 1745th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tierra Verde is 60.7 years. This is 71% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 43.6%. This is 216% 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 Tierra Verde, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 46.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Tierra Verde 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 41.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tierra Verde, 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 Tierra Verde, Texas?
Tierra Verde, Texas has a population of 39 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tierra Verde, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Tierra Verde — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tierra Verde, TX?
The poverty rate in Tierra Verde is 43.6%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tierra Verde, Texas?
Tierra Verde's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tierra Verde, TX?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Tierra Verde — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Tierra Verde, Texas?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Tierra Verde hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.