Brazos County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 24th-largest in Texas
The population of Brazos County, Texas is 237,980 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 24th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $58,388, the median home value is $279,700, and the median age is 26.8.
The population of Brazos County has grown 27.6% since 2010 (195,671 → 249,624), a +1.75% annualized rate.
237,980
Population
+1.75%
Annual growth
406
People / sq mi
$58,388
Median Income
$279,700
Median Home Value
Brazos County covers 586 sq mi of land at 406.0 people per square mile.
About Brazos County, TX
Brazos County skews on age — the median resident is 26.8, younger than the national median. Brazos County is a county in Texas with a population of 237,980. It ranks #24 among counties in Texas by population.
The typical household here earns about $58,388, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.4% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $279,700, with typical rent around $1,160.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US counties — 42.5% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 9.6% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Brazos County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Brazos County had a population of 195,671 in 2010 and 249,624 in 2024, a 27.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 249,624 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.76%.
249,624
Population (2024)
195,671
Population (2010)
249,624
Peak (2024)
1.76%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 195,671 |
| 2011 | 197,481 |
| 2012 | 200,304 |
| 2013 | 204,164 |
| 2014 | 209,039 |
| 2015 | 216,339 |
| 2016 | 219,881 |
| 2017 | 223,985 |
| 2018 | 226,011 |
| 2019 | 229,418 |
| 2020 | 234,515 |
| 2021 | 237,637 |
| 2022 | 242,515 |
| 2023 | 247,263 |
| 2024 | 249,624 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.4% |
| Black or African American | 10.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
26.8
Median Age
49.5%
Female
50.5%
Male
9.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.0% · Seniors (65+): 9.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,388$-17,904 vs state |
| Mean household income | $88,284 |
| Per-capita income | $33,928 |
| Poverty rate | 12.4%+1.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Brazos County is professional & business services, accounting for 31.7% of workers.
How residents commute
1.5%
Drive alone
2.4%
Carpool
75.0%
Public transit
9.6%
Work from home
18.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$279,700+$19,300 vs state
Median home value
$1,160
Median rent
46.8%
Homeownership rate
99,118
Total housing units
89.2%
Occupied
10.8%
Vacant
53.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.1%
With health insurance
96.9%
With broadband internet
21.3%
Foreign-born
4.3%
Veterans (18+)
10.2%
With a disability
75.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.0%
High School+
42.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brazos County, Texas has a population of 237,980 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 24th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 406 people per square mile.
The population of Brazos County has grown 27.6% since 2010 (195,671 → 249,624), a +1.75% annualized rate.
The median household income in Brazos County, Texas is $58,388, with mean (average) household income of $88,284 and per-capita income of $33,928. 12.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Brazos County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.4%), Black or African American (10.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Brazos County, Texas is 26.8 years. Residents are 49.5% female and 50.5% male.
The median home value in Brazos County is $279,700 and median monthly rent is $1,160. 46.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 99,118 total housing units, 10.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Brazos County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 31.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Brazos County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Brazos County, TX Climate
Brazos County, TX has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F) and receives about 1023 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20°C
Avg Temp
1023
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10° / 49° | 81 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 71 mm |
| March | 16° / 61° | 71 mm |
| April | 20° / 67° | 92 mm |
| May | 24° / 75° | 125 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 91 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 55 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 60 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 120 mm |
| October | 21° / 70° | 100 mm |
| November | 15° / 60° | 81 mm |
| December | 11° / 52° | 76 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 Brazos County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Brazos County, TX are typically October, April and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near 4°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.