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Van Vleck, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Van Vleck, Texas had a total population of 1,763, the 783rd largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $58,504, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Van Vleck Quick Facts

Population 1,763
Median Household Income $58,504
Median Home Value $208,300
Poverty Rate 10.6%
Unemployment Rate 0.0%
Median Age 47.3 years
Homeownership Rate 86.2%
Affordability Ratio 3.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.8%
High School Graduation Rate 82.8%
Diversity Index 64/100
Population 1,763 783rd of 1,795
Median Income $58,504 below average
Poverty Rate 10.6% 15% lower than national
Median Home Value $208,300 above average

How Van Vleck Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,8121,763-2.7%
Median household income$63,682$58,504-8.1%
Median home value$146,300$208,300+42.4%

How Van Vleck Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.6%
$25K-$50K 37.8%
$50K-$100K 27.1%
$100K+ 27.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.2%
$10K-$15K
4.1%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
2.4%
$25K-$30K
13.8%
$30K-$35K
3.0%
$35K-$40K
15.8%
$40K-$45K
5.3%
$45K-$50K
0.0%
$50K-$60K
8.9%
$60K-$75K
9.6%
$75K-$100K
8.5%
$100K-$125K
0.0%
$125K-$150K
8.2%
$150K-$200K
11.8%
$200K+
7.5%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
47.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.2%
Renter 13.8%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,005/mo 20.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

64out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Van Vleck Rankings in Texas

#783 Population of 1,795
#944 Median Income of 1,546
#980 Education of 1,795
#619 Home Value of 1,542

Other Cities in Matagorda County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Bay City 17,730 $53,840 26.0% $160,800
Palacios 4,388 $52,620 19.2% $153,800
Sargent 1,422 $60,307 18.6% $188,200
Markham 873 $68,536 1.7% $137,600
Blessing 418 $51,313 0.0% $138,100
Wadsworth 366 $31,847 2.7% N/A
Matagorda 182 $14,145 75.3% $380,000

Cities Similar to Van Vleck

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Abram1,741$58,846$93,00017.7%34.3%
Kerens1,778$56,771$128,00019.2%16.3%
Yorktown1,720$59,063$165,60012.1%20.2%
Stowell1,823N/A$121,60010.3%49.0%
Lockney1,752$54,698$82,60011.2%17.7%

Population Overview

Van Vleck is a small community located in Texas, within Matagorda County. The total population is 1,763. It ranks as the 783rd most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Van Vleck is 47.3 years. This is 33% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Van Vleck is $58,504. This is 25% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Van Vleck, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $208,300. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Van Vleck is White (non-Hispanic), making up 45.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 34.4%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 82.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Van Vleck, 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 Van Vleck, Texas?

Van Vleck, Texas has a population of 1,763 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Van Vleck, TX?

The median household income in Van Vleck is $58,504, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Van Vleck, TX?

The poverty rate in Van Vleck is 10.6%. This means approximately 187 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Van Vleck, Texas?

Van Vleck's population is 45.7% White, 16.7% Black, 34.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Van Vleck, TX?

The median home value in Van Vleck is $208,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Van Vleck, Texas?

15.8% of adults (25+) in Van Vleck hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.