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Population Review

The Colony, Texas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of The Colony, Texas is 44,916 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 82nd-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $111,090, the median home value is $355,100, and the median age is 37.4.

The population has grown 25.6% since 2010 (36,546 → 45,897).

44,916

Population

3207

People / sq mi

$111,090

Median Income

$355,100

Median Home Value

The Colony covers 14.0 sq mi of land at 3207 people per square mile.

About The Colony, TX

The Colony is a city in Texas with a population of 44,916. It ranks #82 among cities in Texas by population. The median age is 37.4, younger than the national median. The population is 50.1% male and 49.9% female.

The median household income in The Colony is $111,090, above the US median of $74,580. 4.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $355,100, with monthly rent averaging $1,884. The homeownership rate of 61.8% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in The Colony reflects 47.7% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 21.6% of workers primarily work from home, noticeably above the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 27.0 minutes each way.

The Colony city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of The Colony city had a population of 36,546 in 2010 and 45,897 in 2024, a 25.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 45,897 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.65%.

2024 · 46K20102024

45,897

Population (2024)

36,546

Population (2010)

45,897

Peak (2024)

1.65%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201036,546
201137,090
201239,005
201339,341
201441,269
201541,654
201642,446
201742,903
201843,602
201944,438
202044,773
202145,233
202245,537
202345,772
202445,897

Race & Ethnicity

White62.9%
Black or African American9.5%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.5%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$111,090

Median Household Income

$57,739

Per Capita Income

4.1%

Poverty Rate

3.0%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$355,100

Median Home Value

$1,884

Median Rent

61.8%

Owner-Occupied

Education

94.8%

High School+

47.7%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

69.6%

Public Transit

21.6%

Work From Home

27.0 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

33.6%

Foreign Born

77.7%

Non-English at Home

5.5%

Veterans

7.6%

With Disability

91.7%

Health Insurance

98.8%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Finance, Insurance & Real Estate19.7%
Professional, Scientific & Management16.8%
Information12.9%
Education, Health Care & Social Services8.5%
Manufacturing7.7%
Construction6.3%
Retail Trade6.1%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services3.1%
Transportation & Warehousing3.0%
Public Administration1.6%
Agriculture & Mining0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Colony, Texas has a population of 44,916 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 82nd-largest city in Texas.

The median household income in The Colony, Texas is $111,090, with 4.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in The Colony, Texas is $355,100, with median monthly rent at $1,884 and a homeownership rate of 61.8%.

The median age in The Colony, Texas is 37.4 years. The population is 50.1% male and 49.9% female.

The population has grown 25.6% since 2010 (36,546 → 45,897).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.