Mercedes, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mercedes, Texas is 16,449 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 191st-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $41,753, the median home value is $107,700, and the median age is 31.4.
The population has grown 11.2% since 2010 (15,774 → 17,535).
16,449
Population
1394
People / sq mi
$41,753
Median Income
$107,700
Median Home Value
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Mercedes covers 11.8 sq mi of land at 1394 people per square mile.
About Mercedes, TX
The poverty rate is what most separates Mercedes from the typical city: 24.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 16,449 residents, Mercedes is a city in Texas.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $41,753, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 24.5%, above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $107,700, with typical rent around $676.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 14.9%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.8%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Mercedes: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Mercedes city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Mercedes city had a population of 15,774 in 2010 and 17,535 in 2024, a 11.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,535 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.77%.
17,535
Population (2024)
15,774
Population (2010)
17,535
Peak (2024)
0.77%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,774 |
| 2011 | 16,063 |
| 2012 | 16,286 |
| 2013 | 16,333 |
| 2014 | 16,466 |
| 2015 | 16,491 |
| 2016 | 16,494 |
| 2017 | 16,584 |
| 2018 | 16,609 |
| 2019 | 16,604 |
| 2020 | 16,267 |
| 2021 | 16,318 |
| 2022 | 16,764 |
| 2023 | 16,846 |
| 2024 | 17,535 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 53.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$41,753
Median Household Income
$18,376
Per Capita Income
24.5%
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$107,700
Median Home Value
$676
Median Rent
64.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
69.9%
High School+
14.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
72.4%
Public Transit
8.8%
Work From Home
17.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
8.6%
Foreign Born
25.7%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
15.3%
With Disability
74.3%
Health Insurance
88.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 8.0% |
| Construction | 7.2% |
| Manufacturing | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Information | 3.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mercedes, Texas has a population of 16,449 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 191st-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Mercedes, Texas is $41,753, with 24.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mercedes, Texas is $107,700, with median monthly rent at $676 and a homeownership rate of 64.4%.
The median age in Mercedes, Texas is 31.4 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The population has grown 11.2% since 2010 (15,774 → 17,535).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.