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Population Review

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

Tomball covers 13.0 sq mi of land at 999 people per square mile.

About Tomball, TX

Tomball is a city in Texas with a population of 13,032. It ranks #225 among cities in Texas by population. The median age is 38.6, in line with the national median. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.

The median household income in Tomball is $71,426, near the US median of $74,580. 6.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $306,400, with monthly rent averaging $1,206. The homeownership rate of 48.5% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Tomball reflects 32.1% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 18.4% of workers primarily work from home, noticeably above the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 30.8 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%.

2024 · 15K20102024

15,152

Population (2024)

10,732

Population (2010)

15,152

Peak (2024)

2.52%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201010,732
201110,878
201211,007
201311,128
201411,401
201511,622
201611,675
201711,658
201811,696
201911,778
202012,327
202112,750
202213,673
202314,392
202415,152

Race & Ethnicity

White72.0%
Black or African American9.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

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 & Management17.1%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate12.8%
Manufacturing10.5%
Information8.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services8.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services6.5%
Construction6.1%
Retail Trade5.3%
Public Administration3.3%
Agriculture & Mining2.8%
Transportation & Warehousing0.7%

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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).

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

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