Gatesville, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Gatesville, Texas is 16,058 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 195th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $54,802, the median home value is $162,000, and the median age is 40.4.
The population has grown 31.4% since 2010 (12,470 → 16,388).
16,058
Population
1507
People / sq mi
$54,802
Median Income
$162,000
Median Home Value
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Gatesville covers 10.7 sq mi of land at 1507 people per square mile.
About Gatesville, TX
Gatesville is defined demographically by education — 8.9% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 16,058 residents, Gatesville is a city in Texas.
The typical household earns $54,802, below the US median of $78,538. About 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $162,000, with typical rent around $920.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 8.9%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (2.5%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Gatesville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Gatesville city had a population of 12,470 in 2010 and 16,388 in 2024, a 31.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,409 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 2.23%.
16,388
Population (2024)
12,470
Population (2010)
16,409
Peak (2023)
2.23%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,470 |
| 2011 | 12,614 |
| 2012 | 12,677 |
| 2013 | 12,542 |
| 2014 | 12,355 |
| 2015 | 12,512 |
| 2016 | 12,403 |
| 2017 | 12,320 |
| 2018 | 12,237 |
| 2019 | 12,401 |
| 2020 | 16,121 |
| 2021 | 16,155 |
| 2022 | 16,126 |
| 2023 | 16,409 |
| 2024 | 16,388 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.5% |
| Black or African American | 15.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$54,802
Median Household Income
$18,296
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
1.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$162,000
Median Home Value
$920
Median Rent
64.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
81.8%
High School+
8.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
76.9%
Public Transit
2.5%
Work From Home
23.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.2%
Foreign Born
79.9%
Non-English at Home
7.2%
Veterans
24.9%
With Disability
86.6%
Health Insurance
91.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Public Administration | 17.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.0% |
| Construction | 12.0% |
| Manufacturing | 9.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.2% |
| Retail Trade | 6.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.4% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gatesville, Texas has a population of 16,058 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 195th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Gatesville, Texas is $54,802, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Gatesville, Texas is $162,000, with median monthly rent at $920 and a homeownership rate of 64.9%.
The median age in Gatesville, Texas is 40.4 years. The population is 40.7% male and 59.3% female.
The population has grown 31.4% since 2010 (12,470 → 16,388).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.