Caldwell County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 74th-largest in Texas
The population of Caldwell County, Texas is 47,184 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 74th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $68,503, the median home value is $215,600, and the median age is 38.2.
The population of Caldwell County has grown 37.7% since 2010 (38,087 → 52,430), a +2.31% annualized rate.
47,184
Population
+2.31%
Annual growth
87
People / sq mi
$68,503
Median Income
$215,600
Median Home Value
Caldwell County covers 545 sq mi of land at 86.6 people per square mile.
About Caldwell County, TX
Caldwell County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 13.5% of the population. With 47,184 residents, Caldwell County is a county in Texas.
Median household income is $68,503, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $215,600, with typical rent around $1,145.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 16.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.4%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Caldwell County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Caldwell County had a population of 38,087 in 2010 and 52,430 in 2024, a 37.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 52,430 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.32%.
52,430
Population (2024)
38,087
Population (2010)
52,430
Peak (2024)
2.32%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 38,087 |
| 2011 | 38,432 |
| 2012 | 38,648 |
| 2013 | 39,167 |
| 2014 | 39,670 |
| 2015 | 40,386 |
| 2016 | 41,095 |
| 2017 | 42,302 |
| 2018 | 43,129 |
| 2019 | 43,579 |
| 2020 | 45,948 |
| 2021 | 46,939 |
| 2022 | 47,920 |
| 2023 | 50,107 |
| 2024 | 52,430 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.8% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| Asian | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.2
Median Age
49.4%
Female
50.6%
Male
15.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.0% · Seniors (65+): 15.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $68,503$-7,789 vs state |
| Mean household income | $87,208 |
| Per-capita income | $30,497 |
| Poverty rate | 7.3%-3.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Caldwell County is professional & business services, accounting for 18.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.5%
Carpool
79.7%
Public transit
8.4%
Work from home
33.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$215,600$-44,800 vs state
Median home value
$1,145
Median rent
73.2%
Homeownership rate
17,013
Total housing units
92.5%
Occupied
7.5%
Vacant
26.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
74.9%
With health insurance
93.4%
With broadband internet
13.5%
Foreign-born
7.6%
Veterans (18+)
14.3%
With a disability
64.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
80.3%
High School+
16.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Caldwell County, Texas has a population of 47,184 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 74th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 87 people per square mile.
The population of Caldwell County has grown 37.7% since 2010 (38,087 → 52,430), a +2.31% annualized rate.
The median household income in Caldwell County, Texas is $68,503, with mean (average) household income of $87,208 and per-capita income of $30,497. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Caldwell County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (57.8%), Black or African American (4.3%), Hispanic or Latino (2.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Caldwell County, Texas is 38.2 years. Residents are 49.4% female and 50.6% male.
The median home value in Caldwell County is $215,600 and median monthly rent is $1,145. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 17,013 total housing units, 7.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Caldwell County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 18.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.8%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Caldwell 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.