Lowest median household income, US cities · 1990
US cities with the lowest median household income in the 1990 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Mila Doce, Texas leads at $7,676. 6,058 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Texas carries 11 of the top 25 entries.
Flip the list · Highest median household income, US cities →UPDATED 2026-07-15 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU DECENNIAL CENSUS
Frequently asked
Which city has the lowest median household income?
Mila Doce, Texas ranks #1 with $7,676 (1990 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by median household income?
Mila Doce, Texas, Benton Harbor, Michigan, Roma, Texas, Elsa, Texas, Alton, Texas.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,058 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 1990 Decennial Census data.
How is median household income measured?
Median income of all households, as reported each year (nominal dollars, not inflation adjusted). Source: US Census Bureau, 1990 Decennial Census.