Webster, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Webster, Texas is 12,283 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 233rd-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $62,536, the median home value is $284,900, and the median age is 36.0.
The population has grown 17.9% since 2010 (10,643 → 12,548).
12,283
Population
1935
People / sq mi
$62,536
Median Income
$284,900
Median Home Value
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Webster covers 6.3 sq mi of land at 1935 people per square mile.
About Webster, TX
Homeownership is the standout figure in Webster: 19.1% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 12,283 residents, Webster is a city in Texas.
The typical household earns $62,536, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $284,900, with typical rent around $1,316.
Roughly 34.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.0% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Webster city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Webster city had a population of 10,643 in 2010 and 12,548 in 2024, a 17.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,548 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.21%.
12,548
Population (2024)
10,643
Population (2010)
12,548
Peak (2024)
1.21%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,643 |
| 2011 | 10,789 |
| 2012 | 10,914 |
| 2013 | 11,060 |
| 2014 | 11,144 |
| 2015 | 11,180 |
| 2016 | 11,134 |
| 2017 | 11,147 |
| 2018 | 11,156 |
| 2019 | 11,451 |
| 2020 | 12,449 |
| 2021 | 12,207 |
| 2022 | 12,263 |
| 2023 | 12,351 |
| 2024 | 12,548 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.7% |
| Black or African American | 13.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$62,536
Median Household Income
$41,813
Per Capita Income
7.3%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$284,900
Median Home Value
$1,316
Median Rent
19.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.1%
High School+
34.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.5%
Drive Alone
82.9%
Public Transit
6.0%
Work From Home
26.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.8%
Foreign Born
72.4%
Non-English at Home
6.7%
Veterans
10.8%
With Disability
81.5%
Health Insurance
97.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.0% |
| Manufacturing | 10.0% |
| Retail Trade | 8.8% |
| Information | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Webster, Texas has a population of 12,283 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 233rd-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Webster, Texas is $62,536, with 7.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Webster, Texas is $284,900, with median monthly rent at $1,316 and a homeownership rate of 19.1%.
The median age in Webster, Texas is 36.0 years. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The population has grown 17.9% since 2010 (10,643 → 12,548).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.