Fort Hood, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fort Hood, Texas is 25,786 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 127th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $59,661, the median home value is -, and the median age is 21.8.
25,786
Population
1332
People / sq mi
$59,661
Median Income
-
Median Home Value
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Fort Hood covers 19.4 sq mi of land at 1332 people per square mile.
About Fort Hood, TX
Homeownership is the standout figure in Fort Hood: 0.3% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 25,786 residents, Fort Hood is a city in Texas.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $59,661, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.4%, below the national 12.4%.
27.2% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.4%, and the average commute runs about 11 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.5% |
| Black or African American | 20.8% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$59,661
Median Household Income
$23,388
Per Capita Income
10.4%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
-
Median Home Value
$1,368
Median Rent
0.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.9%
High School+
27.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
56.4%
Public Transit
11.4%
Work From Home
11.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
70.8%
Foreign Born
81.1%
Non-English at Home
27.5%
Veterans
8.4%
With Disability
97.8%
Health Insurance
99.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 15.8% |
| Public Administration | 15.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.2% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Information | 5.4% |
| Construction | 3.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.6% |
| Manufacturing | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fort Hood, Texas has a population of 25,786 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 127th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Fort Hood, Texas is $59,661, with 10.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fort Hood, Texas is -, with median monthly rent at $1,368 and a homeownership rate of 0.3%.
The median age in Fort Hood, Texas is 21.8 years. The population is 66.2% male and 33.8% female.
Fort Hood Cdp, TX Climate
Fort Hood Cdp, TX has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F) and receives about 753 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19°C
Avg Temp
753
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 46° | 36 mm |
| February | 11° / 51° | 64 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 50 mm |
| April | 19° / 66° | 83 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 110 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 79 mm |
| July | 29° / 83° | 33 mm |
| August | 29° / 83° | 50 mm |
| September | 25° / 78° | 73 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 76 mm |
| November | 14° / 57° | 53 mm |
| December | 10° / 49° | 46 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 Fort Hood Cdp, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Fort Hood Cdp, 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 2°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.