Katy, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Katy, Texas is 23,900 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 142nd-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $107,332, the median home value is $376,800, and the median age is 36.0.
The population has grown 95.8% since 2010 (14,167 → 27,741).
23,900
Population
1563
People / sq mi
$107,332
Median Income
$376,800
Median Home Value
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Katy covers 15.3 sq mi of land at 1563 people per square mile.
About Katy, TX
The poverty rate is what most separates Katy from the typical city: 3.0% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 23,900 residents, Katy is a city in Texas.
Median household income is $107,332, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 3.0%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $376,800, with typical rent around $1,609.
About 47.1% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 13.8%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Katy city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Katy city had a population of 14,167 in 2010 and 27,741 in 2024, a 95.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 27,741 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.95%.
27,741
Population (2024)
14,167
Population (2010)
27,741
Peak (2024)
4.95%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,167 |
| 2011 | 14,404 |
| 2012 | 14,707 |
| 2013 | 15,020 |
| 2014 | 15,574 |
| 2015 | 16,138 |
| 2016 | 17,084 |
| 2017 | 18,095 |
| 2018 | 19,289 |
| 2019 | 21,729 |
| 2020 | 22,419 |
| 2021 | 23,768 |
| 2022 | 25,351 |
| 2023 | 26,609 |
| 2024 | 27,741 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 52.3% |
| Black or African American | 9.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$107,332
Median Household Income
$45,327
Per Capita Income
3.0%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$376,800
Median Home Value
$1,609
Median Rent
77.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.1%
High School+
47.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
72.8%
Public Transit
13.8%
Work From Home
30.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.2%
Foreign Born
69.9%
Non-English at Home
8.2%
Veterans
9.3%
With Disability
89.0%
Health Insurance
96.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.6% |
| Construction | 9.3% |
| Manufacturing | 8.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.4% |
| Information | 6.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 5.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Katy, Texas has a population of 23,900 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 142nd-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Katy, Texas is $107,332, with 3.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Katy, Texas is $376,800, with median monthly rent at $1,609 and a homeownership rate of 77.2%.
The median age in Katy, Texas is 36.0 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.
The population has grown 95.8% since 2010 (14,167 → 27,741).
Katy city, TX Climate
Katy city, TX has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F) and receives about 1058 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20.1°C
Avg Temp
1058
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 50° | 78 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 74 mm |
| March | 16° / 61° | 60 mm |
| April | 20° / 67° | 69 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 120 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 106 mm |
| July | 29° / 83° | 73 mm |
| August | 29° / 83° | 83 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 121 mm |
| October | 21° / 70° | 93 mm |
| November | 16° / 61° | 98 mm |
| December | 12° / 54° | 83 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 Katy city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Katy city, TX are typically April, October and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 4°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.