Uvalde, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Uvalde, Texas had a total population of 15,417, the 204th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $51,141, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 23.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.
Uvalde Quick Facts
How Uvalde 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 | 16,154 | 15,417 | -4.6% |
| Median household income | $51,337 | $51,141 | No clear change (-0.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $95,626 | $136,800 | +43.1% |
| Median gross rent | $779 | $994 | +27.6% |
How Uvalde 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: 17.5%
- Black: 0.4%
- Hispanic: 78.3%
- Asian: 1.5%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 27.0%
- HS Diploma: 19.0%
- Some College: 24.5%
- Associate's: 13.5%
- Bachelor's: 9.3%
- Graduate+: 6.8%
Uvalde Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Uvalde County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uvalde Estates | 1,908 | N/A | 17.4% | N/A |
| Knippa | 844 | $53,958 | 27.3% | $108,200 |
| Sabinal | 799 | $33,542 | 36.5% | $80,100 |
| Utopia | 169 | $115,057 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Uvalde
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant | 16,136 | $50,515 | $170,700 | 12.5% | 18.3% |
| Mineral Wells | 15,244 | $55,929 | $161,300 | 11.6% | 22.4% |
| South Houston | 16,033 | $53,497 | $189,300 | 10.3% | 26.1% |
| Rio Grande City | 15,396 | $44,577 | $113,200 | 18.8% | 30.8% |
| Jacksonville | 14,325 | $51,375 | $119,800 | 21.1% | 26.5% |
Population Overview
Uvalde is a small city located in Texas, within Uvalde County. The total population is 15,417. It ranks as the 204th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Uvalde is 34.3 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Uvalde is $51,141. This is 35% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.9%. This is 74% 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 unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 73% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $136,800. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Uvalde is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Uvalde is Hispanic or Latino, making up 78.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 17.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (17.5%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (78.3% vs 39.7%). The Asian population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 73.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Uvalde, 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 Uvalde, Texas?
Uvalde, Texas has a population of 15,417 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Uvalde, TX?
The median household income in Uvalde is $51,141, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Uvalde, TX?
The poverty rate in Uvalde is 23.9%. This means approximately 3,546 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Uvalde, Texas?
Uvalde's population is 17.5% White, 0.4% Black, 78.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Uvalde, TX?
The median home value in Uvalde is $136,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Uvalde, Texas?
16.1% of adults (25+) in Uvalde hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.