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Hidalgo, Texas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Hidalgo, Texas is 14,250 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 212th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $53,667, the median home value is $156,400, and the median age is 31.5.

The population has grown 20.3% since 2010 (12,603 → 15,164).

14,250

Population

1707

People / sq mi

$53,667

Median Income

$156,400

Median Home Value

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Hidalgo covers 8.3 sq mi of land at 1707 people per square mile.

About Hidalgo, TX

Hidalgo is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 3.6% of the population. With 14,250 residents, Hidalgo is a city in Texas.

Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $53,667, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 24.0%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $156,400, with typical rent around $849.

College attainment is 23.5%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 4.9%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.

Hidalgo city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Hidalgo city had a population of 12,603 in 2010 and 15,164 in 2024, a 20.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,164 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.33%.

2024 · 15K20102024
Hidalgo city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

15,164

Population (2024)

12,603

Population (2010)

15,164

Peak (2024)

1.33%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201012,603
201112,852
201213,064
201313,241
201413,427
201513,598
201613,739
201713,854
201814,014
201914,183
202014,006
202114,209
202214,442
202314,722
202415,164

Race & Ethnicity

White22.2%
Black or African American0.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$53,667

Median Household Income

$20,485

Per Capita Income

24.0%

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$156,400

Median Home Value

$849

Median Rent

78.9%

Owner-Occupied

Education

70.2%

High School+

23.5%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

80.1%

Public Transit

4.9%

Work From Home

19.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

3.6%

Foreign Born

6.2%

Non-English at Home

2.0%

Veterans

10.4%

With Disability

72.6%

Health Insurance

96.9%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management23.1%
Retail Trade11.8%
Construction7.4%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate6.5%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services6.2%
Manufacturing5.6%
Public Administration5.3%
Education, Health Care & Social Services5.0%
Information4.0%
Agriculture & Mining3.7%
Transportation & Warehousing2.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hidalgo, Texas has a population of 14,250 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 212th-largest city in Texas.

The median household income in Hidalgo, Texas is $53,667, with 24.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Hidalgo, Texas is $156,400, with median monthly rent at $849 and a homeownership rate of 78.9%.

The median age in Hidalgo, Texas is 31.5 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.

The population has grown 20.3% since 2010 (12,603 → 15,164).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.