DeSoto, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of DeSoto, Texas is 55,896 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 67th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $83,256, the median home value is $282,600, and the median age is 41.9.
The population has grown 14.9% since 2010 (49,344 → 56,711).
55,896
Population
2583
People / sq mi
$83,256
Median Income
$282,600
Median Home Value
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DeSoto covers 21.6 sq mi of land at 2583 people per square mile.
About DeSoto, TX
DeSoto skews on age — the median resident is 41.9, older than the national median. DeSoto is a city in Texas with a population of 55,896.
Median household income is $83,256, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.7%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $282,600, with typical rent around $1,478.
29.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is above the national 14.0% at 15.6%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in DeSoto — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
DeSoto city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of DeSoto city had a population of 49,344 in 2010 and 56,711 in 2024, a 14.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 56,711 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.01%.
56,711
Population (2024)
49,344
Population (2010)
56,711
Peak (2024)
1.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 49,344 |
| 2011 | 50,196 |
| 2012 | 51,216 |
| 2013 | 51,587 |
| 2014 | 52,046 |
| 2015 | 52,612 |
| 2016 | 53,088 |
| 2017 | 53,533 |
| 2018 | 53,254 |
| 2019 | 52,988 |
| 2020 | 56,039 |
| 2021 | 55,704 |
| 2022 | 56,238 |
| 2023 | 56,391 |
| 2024 | 56,711 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 15.2% |
| Black or African American | 68.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$83,256
Median Household Income
$39,972
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$282,600
Median Home Value
$1,478
Median Rent
70.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.9%
High School+
29.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
74.3%
Public Transit
15.6%
Work From Home
30.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.3%
Foreign Born
82.5%
Non-English at Home
7.1%
Veterans
15.2%
With Disability
87.6%
Health Insurance
97.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.9% |
| Retail Trade | 10.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Manufacturing | 9.4% |
| Information | 8.5% |
| Public Administration | 7.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.6% |
| Construction | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
DeSoto, Texas has a population of 55,896 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 67th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in DeSoto, Texas is $83,256, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in DeSoto, Texas is $282,600, with median monthly rent at $1,478 and a homeownership rate of 70.5%.
The median age in DeSoto, Texas is 41.9 years. The population is 46.6% male and 53.4% female.
The population has grown 14.9% since 2010 (49,344 → 56,711).
DeSoto city, TX Climate
DeSoto city, TX has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F) and receives about 918 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.7°C
Avg Temp
918
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 45° | 48 mm |
| February | 10° / 50° | 65 mm |
| March | 14° / 58° | 76 mm |
| April | 19° / 65° | 94 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 127 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 85 mm |
| July | 29° / 85° | 55 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 55 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 93 mm |
| October | 20° / 67° | 99 mm |
| November | 13° / 56° | 62 mm |
| December | 9° / 48° | 59 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 DeSoto city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit DeSoto city, TX are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.