Bryan, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bryan, Texas is 86,169 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 48th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $56,861, the median home value is $210,600, and the median age is 31.4.
The population has grown 19.6% since 2010 (76,517 → 91,541).
86,169
Population
1557
People / sq mi
$56,861
Median Income
$210,600
Median Home Value
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Bryan covers 55.4 sq mi of land at 1557 people per square mile.
About Bryan, TX
Age is the most distinctive thing about Bryan: a median age of 31.4, younger than the national median. With 86,169 residents, Bryan is a city in Texas. It ranks #48 among cities in Texas by population.
The typical household earns $56,861, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 16.5% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $210,600, with typical rent around $1,150.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 28.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.0%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Bryan city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bryan city had a population of 76,517 in 2010 and 91,541 in 2024, a 19.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 91,541 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.30%.
91,541
Population (2024)
76,517
Population (2010)
91,541
Peak (2024)
1.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 76,517 |
| 2011 | 77,196 |
| 2012 | 77,832 |
| 2013 | 78,939 |
| 2014 | 80,667 |
| 2015 | 82,052 |
| 2016 | 83,171 |
| 2017 | 84,188 |
| 2018 | 84,817 |
| 2019 | 86,276 |
| 2020 | 84,358 |
| 2021 | 85,302 |
| 2022 | 88,095 |
| 2023 | 90,432 |
| 2024 | 91,541 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.6% |
| Black or African American | 16.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,861
Median Household Income
$30,192
Per Capita Income
16.5%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$210,600
Median Home Value
$1,150
Median Rent
49.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.4%
High School+
28.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
79.0%
Public Transit
6.0%
Work From Home
18.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.3%
Foreign Born
68.2%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
12.1%
With Disability
82.7%
Health Insurance
94.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.3% |
| Construction | 10.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.5% |
| Manufacturing | 8.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.2% |
| Information | 4.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bryan, Texas has a population of 86,169 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 48th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Bryan, Texas is $56,861, with 16.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bryan, Texas is $210,600, with median monthly rent at $1,150 and a homeownership rate of 49.4%.
The median age in Bryan, Texas is 31.4 years. The population is 49.8% male and 50.2% female.
The population has grown 19.6% since 2010 (76,517 → 91,541).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.