Edinburg, TX Census Data
The 40th largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Edinburg is the 40th largest city in Texas by population and ranks 64th of 74 for median household income. With 102,561 residents, its poverty rate of 25.7% ranks among the higher rates in Texas. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
102,561
50.3% male · 49.7% female
Median Age
29.9
8.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$57,789
$20,749 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.9%
6.1% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 80.7%
Poverty Rate
25.7%
13.3% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 25.7%
Broadband Access
92.9%
3.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$174,800
Median rent: $968 · 52% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.6%
Labor force participation: 57.2%
Per Capita Income
$35,234
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.7%
Disability rate: 10.9%
How Edinburg Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 40th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 64th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 70th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 49th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 65th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Edinburg, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Edinburg, TX?
The population of Edinburg, TX is 102,561 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 29.9 years.
What is the median household income in Edinburg?
The median household income in Edinburg, TX is $57,789, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,234.
What is the poverty rate in Edinburg?
The poverty rate in Edinburg, TX is 25.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 25.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Edinburg residents have a college degree?
28.9% of adults (25+) in Edinburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 80.7% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Edinburg?
The median home value in Edinburg, TX is $174,800. Median rent is $968 per month, with 52% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Edinburg?
Edinburg's population is 39.9% White, 1.9% Black, 85.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Edinburg rank among Texas cities?
Edinburg is the 40th largest city in Texas by population, the 64th highest for median household income, the 70th lowest for poverty rate, the 49th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Edinburg?
The unemployment rate in Edinburg, TX is 6.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.2%. Per capita income is $35,234.
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