Bastrop, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bastrop, Texas is 10,484 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 261st-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $70,625, the median home value is $308,300, and the median age is 38.6.
The population has grown 72.6% since 2010 (7,371 → 12,720).
10,484
Population
1137
People / sq mi
$70,625
Median Income
$308,300
Median Home Value
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Bastrop covers 9.2 sq mi of land at 1137 people per square mile.
About Bastrop, TX
Homeownership is the standout figure in Bastrop: 49.1% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 10,484 residents, Bastrop is a city in Texas.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $70,625 — below the US median of $78,538. About 8.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $308,300, with typical rent around $1,387.
Roughly 30.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.7%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Bastrop city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bastrop city had a population of 7,371 in 2010 and 12,720 in 2024, a 72.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,720 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.01%.
12,720
Population (2024)
7,371
Population (2010)
12,720
Peak (2024)
4.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,371 |
| 2011 | 7,354 |
| 2012 | 7,464 |
| 2013 | 7,599 |
| 2014 | 7,783 |
| 2015 | 8,245 |
| 2016 | 8,454 |
| 2017 | 8,837 |
| 2018 | 9,105 |
| 2019 | 9,242 |
| 2020 | 9,792 |
| 2021 | 10,254 |
| 2022 | 11,273 |
| 2023 | 11,775 |
| 2024 | 12,720 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.8% |
| Black or African American | 7.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,625
Median Household Income
$39,990
Per Capita Income
8.9%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$308,300
Median Home Value
$1,387
Median Rent
49.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.5%
High School+
30.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
73.0%
Public Transit
9.7%
Work From Home
28.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.7%
Foreign Born
81.6%
Non-English at Home
9.6%
Veterans
16.8%
With Disability
86.9%
Health Insurance
95.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 34.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.7% |
| Retail Trade | 8.8% |
| Construction | 8.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.4% |
| Public Administration | 5.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.0% |
| Information | 3.1% |
| Manufacturing | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bastrop, Texas has a population of 10,484 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 261st-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Bastrop, Texas is $70,625, with 8.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bastrop, Texas is $308,300, with median monthly rent at $1,387 and a homeownership rate of 49.1%.
The median age in Bastrop, Texas is 38.6 years. The population is 44.8% male and 55.2% female.
The population has grown 72.6% since 2010 (7,371 → 12,720).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.