Roma, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Roma, Texas is 11,543 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 239th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $27,741, the median home value is $87,700, and the median age is 29.9.
The population has grown 6.8% since 2010 (10,891 → 11,635).
11,543
Population
1969
People / sq mi
$27,741
Median Income
$87,700
Median Home Value
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Roma covers 5.9 sq mi of land at 1969 people per square mile.
About Roma, TX
Among US cities, Roma stands out first on household income: a median of $27,741, below the US median of $78,538. With 11,543 residents, Roma is a city in Texas.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $27,741, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 30.2%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $87,700, with typical rent around $552.
Roma is among the least college-educated US cities, at 16.1% — below the national 35.0%. Remote work is above the national 14.0% at 15.5%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Roma city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Roma city had a population of 10,891 in 2010 and 11,635 in 2024, a 6.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,635 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.47%.
11,635
Population (2024)
10,891
Population (2010)
11,635
Peak (2024)
0.47%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,891 |
| 2011 | 10,982 |
| 2012 | 11,038 |
| 2013 | 11,108 |
| 2014 | 11,209 |
| 2015 | 11,296 |
| 2016 | 11,363 |
| 2017 | 11,404 |
| 2018 | 11,423 |
| 2019 | 11,490 |
| 2020 | 11,537 |
| 2021 | 11,527 |
| 2022 | 11,503 |
| 2023 | 11,574 |
| 2024 | 11,635 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$27,741
Median Household Income
$19,906
Per Capita Income
30.2%
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$87,700
Median Home Value
$552
Median Rent
60.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
57.8%
High School+
16.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
60.2%
Public Transit
15.5%
Work From Home
31.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
2.7%
Foreign Born
6.8%
Non-English at Home
2.7%
Veterans
16.9%
With Disability
68.9%
Health Insurance
76.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 40.6% |
| Construction | 14.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.6% |
| Manufacturing | 5.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.1% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Information | 4.0% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Roma, Texas has a population of 11,543 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 239th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Roma, Texas is $27,741, with 30.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Roma, Texas is $87,700, with median monthly rent at $552 and a homeownership rate of 60.9%.
The median age in Roma, Texas is 29.9 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 6.8% since 2010 (10,891 → 11,635).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.