Tomball, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Tomball, Texas is 13,032 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 225th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $71,426, the median home value is $306,400, and the median age is 38.6.
The population has grown 41.2% since 2010 (10,732 → 15,152).
13,032
Population
999
People / sq mi
$71,426
Median Income
$306,400
Median Home Value
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Tomball covers 13.0 sq mi of land at 999 people per square mile.
About Tomball, TX
What distinguishes Tomball is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 999 people per square mile. Tomball is a city in Texas with a population of 13,032.
The typical household here earns about $71,426, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.4%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $306,400, with typical rent around $1,206.
Roughly 32.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. A solid 18.4% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Tomball city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Tomball city had a population of 10,732 in 2010 and 15,152 in 2024, a 41.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,152 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.52%.
15,152
Population (2024)
10,732
Population (2010)
15,152
Peak (2024)
2.52%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,732 |
| 2011 | 10,878 |
| 2012 | 11,007 |
| 2013 | 11,128 |
| 2014 | 11,401 |
| 2015 | 11,622 |
| 2016 | 11,675 |
| 2017 | 11,658 |
| 2018 | 11,696 |
| 2019 | 11,778 |
| 2020 | 12,327 |
| 2021 | 12,750 |
| 2022 | 13,673 |
| 2023 | 14,392 |
| 2024 | 15,152 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.0% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$71,426
Median Household Income
$37,949
Per Capita Income
6.4%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$306,400
Median Home Value
$1,206
Median Rent
48.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.7%
High School+
32.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
67.3%
Public Transit
18.4%
Work From Home
30.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
29.4%
Foreign Born
80.4%
Non-English at Home
7.8%
Veterans
17.6%
With Disability
83.7%
Health Insurance
90.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.8% |
| Manufacturing | 10.5% |
| Information | 8.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.5% |
| Construction | 6.1% |
| Retail Trade | 5.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tomball, Texas has a population of 13,032 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 225th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Tomball, Texas is $71,426, with 6.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Tomball, Texas is $306,400, with median monthly rent at $1,206 and a homeownership rate of 48.5%.
The median age in Tomball, Texas is 38.6 years. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The population has grown 41.2% since 2010 (10,732 → 15,152).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.