Pharr, TX Census Data
The 51st largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Pharr is the 51st largest city in Texas by population and ranks 72nd of 74 for median household income. With 79,809 residents, its poverty rate of 29.8% 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
79,809
48.3% male · 51.7% female
Median Age
29.5
9.2 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$49,884
$28,654 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
17.5%
17.5% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 69.9%
Poverty Rate
29.8%
17.4% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 30.1%
Broadband Access
92.3%
2.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$111,500
Median rent: $990 · 59% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
Labor force participation: 56.4%
Per Capita Income
$28,186
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.5%
Disability rate: 11.5%
How Pharr Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 51st of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 72nd of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 74th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 71st of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 73rd of 74 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Pharr, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Pharr, TX?
The population of Pharr, TX is 79,809 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 29.5 years.
What is the median household income in Pharr?
The median household income in Pharr, TX is $49,884, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $28,186.
What is the poverty rate in Pharr?
The poverty rate in Pharr, TX is 29.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 30.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Pharr residents have a college degree?
17.5% of adults (25+) in Pharr hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 69.9% 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 Pharr?
The median home value in Pharr, TX is $111,500. Median rent is $990 per month, with 59% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Pharr?
Pharr's population is 42.4% White, 0.6% Black, 95.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Pharr rank among Texas cities?
Pharr is the 51st largest city in Texas by population, the 72nd highest for median household income, the 74th lowest for poverty rate, the 71st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Pharr?
The unemployment rate in Pharr, TX is 6.8%, with a labor force participation rate of 56.4%. Per capita income is $28,186.
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