Abilene, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Abilene, Texas is 127,130 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $62,720, the median home value is $178,900, and the median age is 32.8.
The population has grown 10.8% since 2010 (117,805 → 130,501).
127,130
Population
1192
People / sq mi
$62,720
Median Income
$178,900
Median Home Value
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Abilene covers 106.7 sq mi of land at 1192 people per square mile.
About Abilene, TX
Abilene skews on age — the median resident is 32.8, younger than the national median. Abilene is a city in Texas with a population of 127,130. It ranks #28 among cities in Texas by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $62,720, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.2%, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $178,900, with typical rent around $1,106.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 27.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.9% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Abilene city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Abilene city had a population of 117,805 in 2010 and 130,501 in 2024, a 10.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 130,501 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.73%.
130,501
Population (2024)
117,805
Population (2010)
130,501
Peak (2024)
0.73%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 117,805 |
| 2011 | 118,762 |
| 2012 | 119,853 |
| 2013 | 119,797 |
| 2014 | 120,648 |
| 2015 | 121,707 |
| 2016 | 121,883 |
| 2017 | 122,186 |
| 2018 | 122,775 |
| 2019 | 123,420 |
| 2020 | 125,230 |
| 2021 | 125,879 |
| 2022 | 127,476 |
| 2023 | 129,443 |
| 2024 | 130,501 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.6% |
| Black or African American | 10.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$62,720
Median Household Income
$31,019
Per Capita Income
10.2%
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$178,900
Median Home Value
$1,106
Median Rent
55.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.3%
High School+
27.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
77.8%
Public Transit
7.9%
Work From Home
15.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.2%
Foreign Born
81.9%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
14.1%
With Disability
84.9%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.4% |
| Information | 7.1% |
| Construction | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 5.7% |
| Manufacturing | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Public Administration | 5.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Abilene, Texas has a population of 127,130 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Abilene, Texas is $62,720, with 10.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Abilene, Texas is $178,900, with median monthly rent at $1,106 and a homeownership rate of 55.6%.
The median age in Abilene, Texas is 32.8 years. The population is 51.1% male and 48.9% female.
The population has grown 10.8% since 2010 (117,805 → 130,501).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.