Bosque County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 126th-largest in Texas
The population of Bosque County, Texas is 18,546 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 126th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $69,339, the median home value is $184,500, and the median age is 46.3.
The population of Bosque County has grown 4.1% since 2010 (18,269 → 19,013), a +0.29% annualized rate.
18,546
Population
+0.29%
Annual growth
19
People / sq mi
$69,339
Median Income
$184,500
Median Home Value
Bosque County covers 983 sq mi of land at 18.9 people per square mile.
About Bosque County, TX
Bosque County skews on age — the median resident is 46.3, older than the national median. Bosque County is a county in Texas with a population of 18,546.
Median household income is $69,339, below the US median of $78,538. Only 6.2% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $184,500, with typical rent around $926.
Roughly 20.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.9% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Bosque County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Bosque County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Bosque County had a population of 18,269 in 2010 and 19,013 in 2024, a 4.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,013 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.29%.
19,013
Population (2024)
18,269
Population (2010)
19,013
Peak (2024)
0.29%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,269 |
| 2011 | 18,260 |
| 2012 | 18,127 |
| 2013 | 17,864 |
| 2014 | 17,715 |
| 2015 | 17,860 |
| 2016 | 18,035 |
| 2017 | 18,309 |
| 2018 | 18,598 |
| 2019 | 18,594 |
| 2020 | 18,249 |
| 2021 | 18,492 |
| 2022 | 18,701 |
| 2023 | 18,982 |
| 2024 | 19,013 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
46.3
Median Age
50.9%
Female
49.1%
Male
25.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.6% · Seniors (65+): 25.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $69,339$-6,953 vs state |
| Mean household income | $88,401 |
| Per-capita income | $35,879 |
| Poverty rate | 6.2%-4.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 50.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Bosque County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.9%
Carpool
82.2%
Public transit
8.9%
Work from home
29.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$184,500$-75,900 vs state
Median home value
$926
Median rent
75.9%
Homeownership rate
9,344
Total housing units
79.9%
Occupied
20.1%
Vacant
24.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
82.2%
With health insurance
90.9%
With broadband internet
19.1%
Foreign-born
9.1%
Veterans (18+)
17.9%
With a disability
85.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.2%
High School+
20.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bosque County, Texas has a population of 18,546 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 126th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 19 people per square mile.
The population of Bosque County has grown 4.1% since 2010 (18,269 → 19,013), a +0.29% annualized rate.
The median household income in Bosque County, Texas is $69,339, with mean (average) household income of $88,401 and per-capita income of $35,879. 6.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Bosque County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (79.4%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%), Black or African American (1.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Bosque County, Texas is 46.3 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
The median home value in Bosque County is $184,500 and median monthly rent is $926. 75.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 9,344 total housing units, 20.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Bosque County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Bosque County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Bosque County, TX Climate
Bosque County, TX has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F) and receives about 841 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.4°C
Avg Temp
841
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 45° | 48 mm |
| February | 10° / 49° | 55 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 66 mm |
| April | 18° / 65° | 78 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 118 mm |
| June | 26° / 80° | 95 mm |
| July | 29° / 83° | 52 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 55 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 89 mm |
| October | 19° / 67° | 80 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 60 mm |
| December | 9° / 48° | 45 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 Bosque County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Bosque County, 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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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.