Lockhart, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lockhart, Texas is 14,708 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 210th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $67,252, the median home value is $218,400, and the median age is 37.7.
The population has grown 34.7% since 2010 (12,746 → 17,166).
14,708
Population
907
People / sq mi
$67,252
Median Income
$218,400
Median Home Value
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Lockhart covers 16.2 sq mi of land at 907 people per square mile.
About Lockhart, TX
Lockhart stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 907 people per square mile. Lockhart is a city in Texas with a population of 14,708.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $67,252 — below the US median of $78,538. About 9.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $218,400, with typical rent around $1,161.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 16.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Lockhart city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lockhart city had a population of 12,746 in 2010 and 17,166 in 2024, a 34.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,166 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.18%.
17,166
Population (2024)
12,746
Population (2010)
17,166
Peak (2024)
2.18%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,746 |
| 2011 | 12,808 |
| 2012 | 12,845 |
| 2013 | 12,977 |
| 2014 | 13,102 |
| 2015 | 13,275 |
| 2016 | 13,360 |
| 2017 | 13,719 |
| 2018 | 13,794 |
| 2019 | 14,133 |
| 2020 | 14,364 |
| 2021 | 14,679 |
| 2022 | 14,982 |
| 2023 | 15,472 |
| 2024 | 17,166 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 63.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Asian | 0.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$67,252
Median Household Income
$28,956
Per Capita Income
9.3%
Poverty Rate
0.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$218,400
Median Home Value
$1,161
Median Rent
63.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.1%
High School+
16.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
82.4%
Public Transit
7.6%
Work From Home
28.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.4%
Foreign Born
71.1%
Non-English at Home
9.1%
Veterans
16.5%
With Disability
83.8%
Health Insurance
94.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.4% |
| Construction | 12.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.8% |
| Public Administration | 8.4% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Retail Trade | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Manufacturing | 5.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lockhart, Texas has a population of 14,708 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 210th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Lockhart, Texas is $67,252, with 9.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lockhart, Texas is $218,400, with median monthly rent at $1,161 and a homeownership rate of 63.2%.
The median age in Lockhart, Texas is 37.7 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The population has grown 34.7% since 2010 (12,746 → 17,166).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.