Forest Hill, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Forest Hill, Texas is 13,923 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 215th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $59,653, the median home value is $171,300, and the median age is 33.3.
The population has grown 15.7% since 2010 (12,374 → 14,314).
13,923
Population
3338
People / sq mi
$59,653
Median Income
$171,300
Median Home Value
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Forest Hill covers 4.2 sq mi of land at 3338 people per square mile.
About Forest Hill, TX
Forest Hill is defined demographically by education — 12.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 13,923 residents, Forest Hill is a city in Texas.
The typical household earns $59,653, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 15.2%, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $171,300, with typical rent around $1,506.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 12.4%, below the national 35.0%. About 8.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Forest Hill city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Forest Hill city had a population of 12,374 in 2010 and 14,314 in 2024, a 15.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,320 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 1.06%.
14,314
Population (2024)
12,374
Population (2010)
14,320
Peak (2023)
1.06%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,374 |
| 2011 | 12,512 |
| 2012 | 12,638 |
| 2013 | 12,714 |
| 2014 | 12,819 |
| 2015 | 13,024 |
| 2016 | 13,075 |
| 2017 | 12,967 |
| 2018 | 12,920 |
| 2019 | 12,988 |
| 2020 | 13,942 |
| 2021 | 13,828 |
| 2022 | 13,940 |
| 2023 | 14,320 |
| 2024 | 14,314 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 18.9% |
| Black or African American | 44.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$59,653
Median Household Income
$23,364
Per Capita Income
15.2%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$171,300
Median Home Value
$1,506
Median Rent
69.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
71.7%
High School+
12.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
74.4%
Public Transit
8.3%
Work From Home
28.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.3%
Foreign Born
57.3%
Non-English at Home
5.0%
Veterans
13.1%
With Disability
81.0%
Health Insurance
92.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.0% |
| Construction | 16.5% |
| Retail Trade | 12.9% |
| Manufacturing | 10.9% |
| Information | 9.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 3.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Forest Hill, Texas has a population of 13,923 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 215th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Forest Hill, Texas is $59,653, with 15.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Forest Hill, Texas is $171,300, with median monthly rent at $1,506 and a homeownership rate of 69.3%.
The median age in Forest Hill, Texas is 33.3 years. The population is 41.1% male and 58.9% female.
The population has grown 15.7% since 2010 (12,374 → 14,314).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.