Burleson County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 129th-largest in Texas
The population of Burleson County, Texas is 18,327 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 129th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $72,888, the median home value is $174,000, and the median age is 44.3.
The population of Burleson County has grown 17.1% since 2010 (17,238 → 20,179), a +1.13% annualized rate.
18,327
Population
+1.13%
Annual growth
28
People / sq mi
$72,888
Median Income
$174,000
Median Home Value
Burleson County covers 659 sq mi of land at 27.8 people per square mile.
About Burleson County, TX
Burleson County is a county in Texas with a population of 18,327. It ranks #129 among counties in Texas by population. The median age is 44.3, older than the national median. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The median household income in Burleson County is $72,888, near the US median of $74,580. 8.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $174,000, with monthly rent averaging $909. The homeownership rate of 80.9% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Burleson County reflects 23.1% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 14.3% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 29.0 minutes each way.
Burleson County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Burleson County had a population of 17,238 in 2010 and 20,179 in 2024, a 17.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 20,179 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.15%.
20,179
Population (2024)
17,238
Population (2010)
20,179
Peak (2024)
1.15%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,238 |
| 2011 | 17,330 |
| 2012 | 17,437 |
| 2013 | 17,272 |
| 2014 | 17,388 |
| 2015 | 17,612 |
| 2016 | 17,862 |
| 2017 | 18,055 |
| 2018 | 18,329 |
| 2019 | 18,425 |
| 2020 | 17,682 |
| 2021 | 18,109 |
| 2022 | 18,739 |
| 2023 | 19,575 |
| 2024 | 20,179 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.0% |
| Black or African American | 11.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.3
Median Age
52.2%
Female
47.8%
Male
22.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.4% · Seniors (65+): 22.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $72,888$-3,404 vs state |
| Mean household income | $95,502 |
| Per-capita income | $39,545 |
| Poverty rate | 8.5%-2.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Burleson County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.1%
Carpool
73.8%
Public transit
14.3%
Work from home
29.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$174,000$-86,400 vs state
Median home value
$909
Median rent
80.9%
Homeownership rate
9,485
Total housing units
81.7%
Occupied
18.3%
Vacant
19.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.6%
With health insurance
88.5%
With broadband internet
16.3%
Foreign-born
7.3%
Veterans (18+)
13.1%
With a disability
85.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
85.1%
High School+
23.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burleson County, Texas has a population of 18,327 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 129th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 28 people per square mile.
The population of Burleson County has grown 17.1% since 2010 (17,238 → 20,179), a +1.13% annualized rate.
The median household income in Burleson County, Texas is $72,888, with mean (average) household income of $95,502 and per-capita income of $39,545. 8.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Burleson County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (72.0%), Black or African American (11.6%), Hispanic or Latino (2.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Burleson County, Texas is 44.3 years. Residents are 52.2% female and 47.8% male.
The median home value in Burleson County is $174,000 and median monthly rent is $909. 80.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 9,485 total housing units, 18.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Burleson County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.6%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Burleson County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.