Brenham, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Brenham, Texas is 18,086 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 175th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $57,207, the median home value is $223,200, and the median age is 34.3.
The population has grown 24.6% since 2010 (15,830 → 19,728).
18,086
Population
1385
People / sq mi
$57,207
Median Income
$223,200
Median Home Value
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Brenham covers 13.1 sq mi of land at 1385 people per square mile.
About Brenham, TX
Age is the most distinctive thing about Brenham: a median age of 34.3, younger than the national median. With 18,086 residents, Brenham is a city in Texas.
The typical household earns $57,207, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 13.0%, close to the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $223,200, with typical rent around $1,087.
Roughly 30.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 15 minutes each way.
Brenham city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Brenham city had a population of 15,830 in 2010 and 19,728 in 2024, a 24.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,728 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.60%.
19,728
Population (2024)
15,830
Population (2010)
19,728
Peak (2024)
1.60%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,830 |
| 2011 | 16,105 |
| 2012 | 16,045 |
| 2013 | 16,220 |
| 2014 | 16,310 |
| 2015 | 16,655 |
| 2016 | 16,722 |
| 2017 | 16,818 |
| 2018 | 17,568 |
| 2019 | 17,863 |
| 2020 | 17,364 |
| 2021 | 18,069 |
| 2022 | 18,684 |
| 2023 | 19,361 |
| 2024 | 19,728 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.7% |
| Black or African American | 22.1% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$57,207
Median Household Income
$31,000
Per Capita Income
13.0%
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$223,200
Median Home Value
$1,087
Median Rent
56.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.3%
High School+
30.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
80.0%
Public Transit
7.4%
Work From Home
15.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.1%
Foreign Born
82.8%
Non-English at Home
5.0%
Veterans
15.5%
With Disability
85.3%
Health Insurance
91.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.3% |
| Construction | 10.0% |
| Manufacturing | 8.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.8% |
| Information | 6.0% |
| Public Administration | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brenham, Texas has a population of 18,086 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 175th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Brenham, Texas is $57,207, with 13.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Brenham, Texas is $223,200, with median monthly rent at $1,087 and a homeownership rate of 56.8%.
The median age in Brenham, Texas is 34.3 years. The population is 47.1% male and 52.9% female.
The population has grown 24.6% since 2010 (15,830 → 19,728).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.