Canyon Lake, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Canyon Lake, Texas is 32,924 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 110th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $93,114, the median home value is $337,200, and the median age is 47.8.
32,924
Population
231
People / sq mi
$93,114
Median Income
$337,200
Median Home Value
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Canyon Lake covers 142.7 sq mi of land at 231 people per square mile.
About Canyon Lake, TX
Canyon Lake stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 231 people per square mile. Canyon Lake is a city in Texas with a population of 32,924.
Median household income is $93,114, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.3%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $337,200, with typical rent around $1,242.
Roughly 36.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. A solid 20.8% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 40 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.6% |
| Black or African American | 2.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$93,114
Median Household Income
$50,670
Per Capita Income
4.3%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$337,200
Median Home Value
$1,242
Median Rent
87.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.8%
High School+
36.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
69.2%
Public Transit
20.8%
Work From Home
40.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
36.1%
Foreign Born
90.5%
Non-English at Home
13.1%
Veterans
19.1%
With Disability
84.8%
Health Insurance
97.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.6% |
| Construction | 10.2% |
| Information | 7.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.4% |
| Manufacturing | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.4% |
| Public Administration | 5.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Canyon Lake, Texas has a population of 32,924 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 110th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Canyon Lake, Texas is $93,114, with 4.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Canyon Lake, Texas is $337,200, with median monthly rent at $1,242 and a homeownership rate of 87.1%.
The median age in Canyon Lake, Texas is 47.8 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
Canyon Lake Cdp, TX Climate
Canyon Lake Cdp, TX has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F) and receives about 864 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.4°C
Avg Temp
864
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / 48° | 48 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 54 mm |
| March | 16° / 60° | 51 mm |
| April | 19° / 67° | 69 mm |
| May | 23° / 74° | 116 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 107 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 52 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 63 mm |
| September | 25° / 78° | 94 mm |
| October | 20° / 69° | 91 mm |
| November | 15° / 58° | 67 mm |
| December | 11° / 51° | 52 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Canyon Lake Cdp, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Canyon Lake Cdp, TX are typically April, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.