Wylie, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Wylie, Texas is 58,991 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $113,661, the median home value is $350,100, and the median age is 34.8.
The population has grown 49.7% since 2010 (42,044 → 62,954).
58,991
Population
2787
People / sq mi
$113,661
Median Income
$350,100
Median Home Value
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Wylie covers 21.2 sq mi of land at 2787 people per square mile.
About Wylie, TX
Among US cities, Wylie stands out first on household income: a median of $113,661, above the US median of $78,538. With 58,991 residents, Wylie is a city in Texas.
Median household income is $113,661, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 4.1%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $350,100, with typical rent around $1,985.
40.6% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. A solid 18.0% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Wylie firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Wylie city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Wylie city had a population of 42,044 in 2010 and 62,954 in 2024, a 49.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 62,954 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.94%.
62,954
Population (2024)
42,044
Population (2010)
62,954
Peak (2024)
2.94%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 42,044 |
| 2011 | 43,597 |
| 2012 | 44,769 |
| 2013 | 45,352 |
| 2014 | 46,439 |
| 2015 | 47,348 |
| 2016 | 48,499 |
| 2017 | 49,536 |
| 2018 | 51,003 |
| 2019 | 53,067 |
| 2020 | 57,883 |
| 2021 | 59,490 |
| 2022 | 61,258 |
| 2023 | 61,792 |
| 2024 | 62,954 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 56.6% |
| Black or African American | 14.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$113,661
Median Household Income
$41,611
Per Capita Income
4.1%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$350,100
Median Home Value
$1,985
Median Rent
76.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.6%
High School+
40.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
66.8%
Public Transit
18.0%
Work From Home
31.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.6%
Foreign Born
69.9%
Non-English at Home
7.0%
Veterans
8.0%
With Disability
85.4%
Health Insurance
98.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.4% |
| Information | 11.1% |
| Manufacturing | 9.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Construction | 6.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wylie, Texas has a population of 58,991 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Wylie, Texas is $113,661, with 4.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Wylie, Texas is $350,100, with median monthly rent at $1,985 and a homeownership rate of 76.2%.
The median age in Wylie, Texas is 34.8 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 49.7% since 2010 (42,044 → 62,954).
Wylie city, TX Climate
Wylie city, TX has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F) and receives about 995 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.1°C
Avg Temp
995
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 43° | 51 mm |
| February | 9° / 48° | 70 mm |
| March | 13° / 56° | 85 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 100 mm |
| May | 22° / 72° | 143 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 96 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 63 mm |
| August | 29° / 83° | 51 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 105 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 96 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 72 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 63 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Wylie city, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Wylie city, TX are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.