Portland, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Portland, Texas is 20,369 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 156th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $81,944, the median home value is $226,900, and the median age is 35.7.
The population has grown 33.1% since 2010 (15,576 → 20,725).
20,369
Population
1680
People / sq mi
$81,944
Median Income
$226,900
Median Home Value
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Portland covers 12.1 sq mi of land at 1680 people per square mile.
About Portland, TX
Remote work is unusually rare in Portland: 7.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Portland is a city in Texas with a population of 20,369.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $81,944 — near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.3%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $226,900, with typical rent around $1,492.
24.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.2% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Portland city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Portland city had a population of 15,576 in 2010 and 20,725 in 2024, a 33.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,725 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.15%.
20,725
Population (2024)
15,576
Population (2010)
20,725
Peak (2024)
2.15%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,576 |
| 2011 | 15,618 |
| 2012 | 15,874 |
| 2013 | 16,182 |
| 2014 | 16,335 |
| 2015 | 16,534 |
| 2016 | 16,728 |
| 2017 | 17,247 |
| 2018 | 17,284 |
| 2019 | 17,268 |
| 2020 | 20,408 |
| 2021 | 20,608 |
| 2022 | 20,412 |
| 2023 | 20,497 |
| 2024 | 20,725 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$81,944
Median Household Income
$39,278
Per Capita Income
6.3%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$226,900
Median Home Value
$1,492
Median Rent
63.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.1%
High School+
24.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
85.7%
Public Transit
7.2%
Work From Home
20.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.8%
Foreign Born
78.8%
Non-English at Home
10.6%
Veterans
15.3%
With Disability
82.0%
Health Insurance
97.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.0% |
| Construction | 14.3% |
| Manufacturing | 10.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.9% |
| Public Administration | 5.7% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.9% |
| Information | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Portland, Texas has a population of 20,369 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 156th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Portland, Texas is $81,944, with 6.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Portland, Texas is $226,900, with median monthly rent at $1,492 and a homeownership rate of 63.6%.
The median age in Portland, Texas is 35.7 years. The population is 51.2% male and 48.8% female.
The population has grown 33.1% since 2010 (15,576 → 20,725).
Portland city, TX Climate
Portland city, TX has an average annual temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) and receives about 847 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.2°C
Avg Temp
847
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 56° | 49 mm |
| February | 15° / 60° | 51 mm |
| March | 19° / 66° | 33 mm |
| April | 22° / 72° | 48 mm |
| May | 25° / 78° | 90 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 94 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 63 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 87 mm |
| September | 28° / 82° | 149 mm |
| October | 24° / 75° | 94 mm |
| November | 19° / 66° | 45 mm |
| December | 15° / 59° | 44 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 Portland city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Portland city, TX are typically April, March and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 8°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.