Richmond, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Richmond, Texas is 12,117 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 235th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $68,564, the median home value is $229,800, and the median age is 34.7.
The population has grown 9.8% since 2010 (12,120 → 13,305).
12,117
Population
2815
People / sq mi
$68,564
Median Income
$229,800
Median Home Value
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Richmond covers 4.3 sq mi of land at 2815 people per square mile.
About Richmond, TX
What sets Richmond apart is where people work — remote work is unusually rare here, at 4.6% versus 14.0% nationally. With 12,117 residents, Richmond is a city in Texas.
Median household income is $68,564, below the US median of $78,538. About 10.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $229,800, with typical rent around $1,248.
College attainment is 20.3%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (4.6%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Richmond city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Richmond city had a population of 12,120 in 2010 and 13,305 in 2024, a 9.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,305 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.71%.
13,305
Population (2024)
12,120
Population (2010)
13,305
Peak (2024)
0.71%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,120 |
| 2011 | 12,151 |
| 2012 | 12,214 |
| 2013 | 12,366 |
| 2014 | 12,566 |
| 2015 | 12,719 |
| 2016 | 12,721 |
| 2017 | 12,628 |
| 2018 | 12,615 |
| 2019 | 12,578 |
| 2020 | 11,619 |
| 2021 | 12,273 |
| 2022 | 12,638 |
| 2023 | 13,036 |
| 2024 | 13,305 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 38.6% |
| Black or African American | 24.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$68,564
Median Household Income
$32,382
Per Capita Income
10.3%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$229,800
Median Home Value
$1,248
Median Rent
60.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
80.5%
High School+
20.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
66.2%
Public Transit
4.6%
Work From Home
27.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.4%
Foreign Born
64.5%
Non-English at Home
1.5%
Veterans
12.4%
With Disability
74.2%
Health Insurance
92.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.7% |
| Construction | 11.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.7% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Public Administration | 7.3% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Richmond, Texas has a population of 12,117 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 235th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Richmond, Texas is $68,564, with 10.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Richmond, Texas is $229,800, with median monthly rent at $1,248 and a homeownership rate of 60.1%.
The median age in Richmond, Texas is 34.7 years. The population is 52.9% male and 47.1% female.
The population has grown 9.8% since 2010 (12,120 → 13,305).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.