Socorro, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Socorro, Texas is 36,237 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 97th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $52,100, the median home value is $131,200, and the median age is 34.4.
The population has grown 20.2% since 2010 (32,149 → 38,642).
36,237
Population
1644
People / sq mi
$52,100
Median Income
$131,200
Median Home Value
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Socorro covers 22.0 sq mi of land at 1644 people per square mile.
About Socorro, TX
Socorro is defined demographically by education — 10.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 36,237 residents, Socorro is a city in Texas.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $52,100, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 19.3%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $131,200, with typical rent around $1,036.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 10.3%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.5%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Socorro city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Socorro city had a population of 32,149 in 2010 and 38,642 in 2024, a 20.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,642 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.33%.
38,642
Population (2024)
32,149
Population (2010)
38,642
Peak (2024)
1.33%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 32,149 |
| 2011 | 32,588 |
| 2012 | 32,993 |
| 2013 | 33,010 |
| 2014 | 33,162 |
| 2015 | 33,381 |
| 2016 | 33,574 |
| 2017 | 33,617 |
| 2018 | 33,965 |
| 2019 | 34,370 |
| 2020 | 34,638 |
| 2021 | 36,172 |
| 2022 | 37,806 |
| 2023 | 38,334 |
| 2024 | 38,642 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 42.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$52,100
Median Household Income
$20,408
Per Capita Income
19.3%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$131,200
Median Home Value
$1,036
Median Rent
79.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
69.9%
High School+
10.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
77.1%
Public Transit
5.5%
Work From Home
26.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
7.5%
Foreign Born
15.6%
Non-English at Home
3.0%
Veterans
13.7%
With Disability
69.2%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.8% |
| Construction | 13.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Retail Trade | 9.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.8% |
| Manufacturing | 7.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Public Administration | 5.3% |
| Information | 2.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Socorro, Texas has a population of 36,237 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 97th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Socorro, Texas is $52,100, with 19.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Socorro, Texas is $131,200, with median monthly rent at $1,036 and a homeownership rate of 79.1%.
The median age in Socorro, Texas is 34.4 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 20.2% since 2010 (32,149 → 38,642).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.