Waco, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Waco, Texas is 141,925 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 24th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $51,468, the median home value is $199,600, and the median age is 29.2.
The population has grown 16.9% since 2010 (125,377 → 146,608).
141,925
Population
1560
People / sq mi
$51,468
Median Income
$199,600
Median Home Value
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Waco covers 91.0 sq mi of land at 1560 people per square mile.
About Waco, TX
Age is the most distinctive thing about Waco: a median age of 29.2, younger than the national median. Waco is a city in Texas with a population of 141,925. It ranks #24 among cities in Texas by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $51,468, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 15.2%, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $199,600, with typical rent around $1,098.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 28.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Waco city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Waco city had a population of 125,377 in 2010 and 146,608 in 2024, a 16.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 146,608 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.12%.
146,608
Population (2024)
125,377
Population (2010)
146,608
Peak (2024)
1.12%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 125,377 |
| 2011 | 126,443 |
| 2012 | 127,494 |
| 2013 | 129,011 |
| 2014 | 129,860 |
| 2015 | 131,801 |
| 2016 | 133,421 |
| 2017 | 136,939 |
| 2018 | 137,886 |
| 2019 | 139,236 |
| 2020 | 140,543 |
| 2021 | 142,357 |
| 2022 | 143,293 |
| 2023 | 144,943 |
| 2024 | 146,608 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.0% |
| Black or African American | 20.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$51,468
Median Household Income
$28,819
Per Capita Income
15.2%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$199,600
Median Home Value
$1,098
Median Rent
48.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.2%
High School+
28.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
77.3%
Public Transit
8.5%
Work From Home
18.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.4%
Foreign Born
77.8%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
12.7%
With Disability
85.5%
Health Insurance
94.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.8% |
| Manufacturing | 9.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.5% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Information | 5.9% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Waco, Texas has a population of 141,925 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 24th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Waco, Texas is $51,468, with 15.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Waco, Texas is $199,600, with median monthly rent at $1,098 and a homeownership rate of 48.9%.
The median age in Waco, Texas is 29.2 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has grown 16.9% since 2010 (125,377 → 146,608).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.