Friendswood, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Friendswood, Texas is 40,827 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 88th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $125,052, the median home value is $399,500, and the median age is 39.7.
The population has grown 14.6% since 2010 (36,020 → 41,291).
40,827
Population
1981
People / sq mi
$125,052
Median Income
$399,500
Median Home Value
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Friendswood covers 20.6 sq mi of land at 1981 people per square mile.
About Friendswood, TX
The poverty rate is what most separates Friendswood from the typical city: 2.3% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Friendswood is a city in Texas with a population of 40,827.
Median household income is $125,052, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.3% — below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $399,500, with typical rent around $1,698.
About 49.6% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is on the higher side at 16.0%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Friendswood city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Friendswood city had a population of 36,020 in 2010 and 41,291 in 2024, a 14.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 41,291 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.98%.
41,291
Population (2024)
36,020
Population (2010)
41,291
Peak (2024)
0.98%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 36,020 |
| 2011 | 36,418 |
| 2012 | 37,040 |
| 2013 | 37,657 |
| 2014 | 38,294 |
| 2015 | 38,859 |
| 2016 | 39,395 |
| 2017 | 39,827 |
| 2018 | 40,120 |
| 2019 | 40,290 |
| 2020 | 41,027 |
| 2021 | 40,959 |
| 2022 | 40,828 |
| 2023 | 41,056 |
| 2024 | 41,291 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.2% |
| Black or African American | 4.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$125,052
Median Household Income
$57,475
Per Capita Income
2.3%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$399,500
Median Home Value
$1,698
Median Rent
76.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.2%
High School+
49.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
75.0%
Public Transit
16.0%
Work From Home
28.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.2%
Foreign Born
87.4%
Non-English at Home
8.2%
Veterans
8.7%
With Disability
91.5%
Health Insurance
98.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.6% |
| Manufacturing | 13.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.7% |
| Information | 7.4% |
| Construction | 7.0% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Friendswood, Texas has a population of 40,827 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 88th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Friendswood, Texas is $125,052, with 2.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Friendswood, Texas is $399,500, with median monthly rent at $1,698 and a homeownership rate of 76.9%.
The median age in Friendswood, Texas is 39.7 years. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The population has grown 14.6% since 2010 (36,020 → 41,291).
Friendswood city, TX Climate
Friendswood city, TX has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F) and receives about 1269 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20.6°C
Avg Temp
1269
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 53° | 97 mm |
| February | 13° / 56° | 76 mm |
| March | 17° / 62° | 69 mm |
| April | 20° / 69° | 77 mm |
| May | 24° / 76° | 118 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 152 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 120 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 105 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 153 mm |
| October | 22° / 71° | 102 mm |
| November | 17° / 62° | 108 mm |
| December | 13° / 55° | 92 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 Friendswood city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Friendswood city, TX are typically April, October and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 6°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.