Grand Prairie, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Grand Prairie, Texas is 198,564 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 17th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $78,889, the median home value is $272,200, and the median age is 33.5.
The population has grown 17.8% since 2010 (175,974 → 207,331).
198,564
Population
2742
People / sq mi
$78,889
Median Income
$272,200
Median Home Value
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Grand Prairie covers 72.4 sq mi of land at 2742 people per square mile.
About Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie skews on age — the median resident is 33.5, younger than the national median. Grand Prairie is a city in Texas with a population of 198,564. It ranks #17 among cities in Texas by population.
Median household income is $78,889, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.6%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $272,200, with typical rent around $1,470.
29.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 11.2% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Grand Prairie city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Grand Prairie city had a population of 175,974 in 2010 and 207,331 in 2024, a 17.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 207,331 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.18%.
207,331
Population (2024)
175,974
Population (2010)
207,331
Peak (2024)
1.18%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 175,974 |
| 2011 | 178,903 |
| 2012 | 182,030 |
| 2013 | 183,891 |
| 2014 | 185,824 |
| 2015 | 188,411 |
| 2016 | 192,095 |
| 2017 | 193,973 |
| 2018 | 193,989 |
| 2019 | 194,543 |
| 2020 | 196,201 |
| 2021 | 197,313 |
| 2022 | 202,220 |
| 2023 | 204,067 |
| 2024 | 207,331 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 32.9% |
| Black or African American | 24.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$78,889
Median Household Income
$34,348
Per Capita Income
9.6%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$272,200
Median Home Value
$1,470
Median Rent
57.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
81.7%
High School+
29.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
75.6%
Public Transit
11.2%
Work From Home
28.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.4%
Foreign Born
55.6%
Non-English at Home
5.3%
Veterans
10.7%
With Disability
81.6%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.0% |
| Manufacturing | 12.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.6% |
| Retail Trade | 9.1% |
| Construction | 8.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.6% |
| Information | 7.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Public Administration | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Common questions about Grand Prairie, TX
Frequently Asked Questions
Grand Prairie, Texas has a population of 198,564 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 17th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Grand Prairie, Texas is $78,889, with 9.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Grand Prairie, Texas is $272,200, with median monthly rent at $1,470 and a homeownership rate of 57.9%.
The median age in Grand Prairie, Texas is 33.5 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has grown 17.8% since 2010 (175,974 → 207,331).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.