Selma, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Selma, Texas is 11,302 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 246th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $97,153, the median home value is $288,700, and the median age is 33.9.
The population has grown 110.6% since 2010 (5,651 → 11,900).
11,302
Population
2256
People / sq mi
$97,153
Median Income
$288,700
Median Home Value
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Selma covers 5.0 sq mi of land at 2256 people per square mile.
About Selma, TX
Selma skews on age — the median resident is 33.9, younger than the national median. With 11,302 residents, Selma is a city in Texas.
The typical household here earns about $97,153, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.5%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $288,700, with typical rent around $1,796.
41.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. A solid 18.9% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Selma city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Selma city had a population of 5,651 in 2010 and 11,900 in 2024, a 2.1× growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,900 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 5.57%.
11,900
Population (2024)
5,651
Population (2010)
11,900
Peak (2024)
5.57%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,651 |
| 2011 | 6,583 |
| 2012 | 7,155 |
| 2013 | 7,618 |
| 2014 | 8,479 |
| 2015 | 9,088 |
| 2016 | 10,072 |
| 2017 | 10,671 |
| 2018 | 10,989 |
| 2019 | 11,132 |
| 2020 | 11,428 |
| 2021 | 11,616 |
| 2022 | 11,742 |
| 2023 | 11,797 |
| 2024 | 11,900 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 45.4% |
| Black or African American | 23.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$97,153
Median Household Income
$43,427
Per Capita Income
8.5%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$288,700
Median Home Value
$1,796
Median Rent
57.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.0%
High School+
41.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
73.6%
Public Transit
18.9%
Work From Home
28.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
41.3%
Foreign Born
83.2%
Non-English at Home
13.2%
Veterans
8.3%
With Disability
95.9%
Health Insurance
99.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.8% |
| Retail Trade | 16.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.3% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Construction | 4.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 3.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Manufacturing | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Selma, Texas has a population of 11,302 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 246th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Selma, Texas is $97,153, with 8.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Selma, Texas is $288,700, with median monthly rent at $1,796 and a homeownership rate of 57.6%.
The median age in Selma, Texas is 33.9 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
The population has grown 110.6% since 2010 (5,651 → 11,900).
Selma city, TX Climate
Selma city, TX has an average annual temperature of 19.7°C (67°F) and receives about 851 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.7°C
Avg Temp
851
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 49° | 47 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 52 mm |
| March | 16° / 61° | 48 mm |
| April | 20° / 67° | 69 mm |
| May | 24° / 74° | 118 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 104 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 51 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 64 mm |
| September | 26° / 78° | 90 mm |
| October | 21° / 69° | 93 mm |
| November | 15° / 59° | 64 mm |
| December | 11° / 52° | 51 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 Selma city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Selma 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 3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.