Kingsville, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Kingsville, Texas is 25,061 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 131st-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $55,649, the median home value is $134,600, and the median age is 27.5.
The population has declined 5.8% since 2010 (26,427 → 24,884).
25,061
Population
1805
People / sq mi
$55,649
Median Income
$134,600
Median Home Value
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Kingsville covers 13.9 sq mi of land at 1805 people per square mile.
About Kingsville, TX
Kingsville skews on age — the median resident is 27.5, younger than the national median. Kingsville is a city in Texas with a population of 25,061.
The typical household earns $55,649, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 22.4%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $134,600, with typical rent around $1,021.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 22.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Kingsville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Kingsville city had a population of 26,427 in 2010 and 24,884 in 2024, a -5.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,499 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.43%.
24,884
Population (2024)
26,427
Population (2010)
26,499
Peak (2012)
-0.43%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26,427 |
| 2011 | 26,425 |
| 2012 | 26,499 |
| 2013 | 26,429 |
| 2014 | 26,442 |
| 2015 | 26,018 |
| 2016 | 25,916 |
| 2017 | 25,417 |
| 2018 | 25,371 |
| 2019 | 25,315 |
| 2020 | 25,321 |
| 2021 | 25,034 |
| 2022 | 24,871 |
| 2023 | 24,844 |
| 2024 | 24,884 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 52.4% |
| Black or African American | 4.0% |
| Asian | 0.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$55,649
Median Household Income
$24,114
Per Capita Income
22.4%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$134,600
Median Home Value
$1,021
Median Rent
45.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.2%
High School+
22.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
75.3%
Public Transit
5.5%
Work From Home
18.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.3%
Foreign Born
66.0%
Non-English at Home
9.3%
Veterans
12.0%
With Disability
81.7%
Health Insurance
93.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.6% |
| Public Administration | 9.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.5% |
| Construction | 8.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Manufacturing | 5.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Information | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kingsville, Texas has a population of 25,061 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 131st-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Kingsville, Texas is $55,649, with 22.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Kingsville, Texas is $134,600, with median monthly rent at $1,021 and a homeownership rate of 45.3%.
The median age in Kingsville, Texas is 27.5 years. The population is 51.9% male and 48.1% female.
The population has declined 5.8% since 2010 (26,427 → 24,884).
Kingsville city, TX Climate
Kingsville city, TX has an average annual temperature of 22.1°C (72°F) and receives about 684 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.1°C
Avg Temp
684
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 56° | 35 mm |
| February | 15° / 60° | 40 mm |
| March | 19° / 66° | 23 mm |
| April | 22° / 72° | 40 mm |
| May | 26° / 78° | 75 mm |
| June | 28° / 83° | 88 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 55 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 77 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 110 mm |
| October | 23° / 74° | 76 mm |
| November | 19° / 65° | 33 mm |
| December | 15° / 58° | 32 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 Kingsville city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Kingsville city, TX are typically March, April and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near 7°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.