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Population Review

Crosby County, Texas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 202nd-largest in Texas

The population of Crosby County, Texas is 5,072 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 202nd-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $52,197, the median home value is $75,500, and the median age is 39.3.

The population of Crosby County has declined 16.5% since 2010 (6,025 → 5,030), a -1.28% annualized rate.

Crosby County within Texas · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

5,072

Population

-1.28%

Annual growth

6

People / sq mi

$52,197

Median Income

$75,500

Median Home Value

Crosby County covers 900 sq mi of land at 5.6 people per square mile.

About Crosby County, TX

In Crosby County, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $75,500. Crosby County is a county in Texas with a population of 5,072.

Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $52,197, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 16.9% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $75,500, with typical rent around $637.

Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 14.1%, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 3.6% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Crosby County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Crosby County had a population of 6,025 in 2010 and 5,030 in 2024, a -16.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 6,041 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -1.24%.

2011 · 6K20102024
Crosby County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

5,030

Population (2024)

6,025

Population (2010)

6,041

Peak (2011)

-1.24%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20106,025
20116,041
20126,033
20135,923
20145,826
20155,918
20165,905
20175,850
20185,743
20195,701
20205,095
20215,082
20225,010
20234,990
20245,030

Race & Ethnicity

White69.3%
Black or African American2.6%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.8%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

39.3

Median Age

49.4%

Female

50.6%

Male

19.1%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.0%
5–9
7.0%
10–14
7.2%
15–19
8.3%
20–24
6.4%
25–34
10.3%
35–44
14.2%
45–54
9.0%
55–59
5.9%
60–64
6.5%
65–74
10.8%
75–84
6.7%
85+
1.6%

Children (under 15): 20.2% · Seniors (65+): 19.1%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$52,197$-24,095 vs state
Mean household income$79,476
Per-capita income$30,845
Poverty rate16.9%+6.4% vs state
Unemployment rate3.8%
Employment-to-population56.7%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
25.8%
Construction
15.1%
Agriculture
10.7%
Public administration
7.0%
Finance & real estate
6.5%
Education & health care
6.4%
Manufacturing
4.6%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.6%

The largest employment sector in Crosby County is professional & business services, accounting for 25.8% of workers.

How residents commute

1.0%

Drive alone

2.9%

Carpool

77.3%

Public transit

3.6%

Work from home

24.5 min

Avg commute

Housing

$75,500$-184,900 vs state

Median home value

$637

Median rent

71.9%

Homeownership rate

2,668

Total housing units

74.0%

Occupied

26.0%

Vacant

28.1%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

78.3%

With health insurance

93.9%

With broadband internet

13.9%

Foreign-born

6.4%

Veterans (18+)

22.6%

With a disability

65.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

78.4%

High School+

14.1%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Crosby County, Texas has a population of 5,072 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 202nd-largest county in Texas. Population density is 6 people per square mile.

The population of Crosby County has declined 16.5% since 2010 (6,025 → 5,030), a -1.28% annualized rate.

The median household income in Crosby County, Texas is $52,197, with mean (average) household income of $79,476 and per-capita income of $30,845. 16.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Crosby County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (69.3%), Black or African American (2.6%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Crosby County, Texas is 39.3 years. Residents are 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

The median home value in Crosby County is $75,500 and median monthly rent is $637. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,668 total housing units, 26.0% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Crosby County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.8%.

Houston is among the largest cities associated with Crosby County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.


Crosby County, TX Climate

Crosby County, TX has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F) and receives about 558 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

15.4°C

Avg Temp

558

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Crosby County, TX — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January4° / 38°15 mm
February6° / 44°22 mm
March11° / 51°28 mm
April16° / 60°41 mm
May20° / 68°75 mm
June25° / 76°79 mm
July27° / 80°54 mm
August26° / 78°73 mm
September22° / 71°82 mm
October16° / 61°49 mm
November9° / 49°22 mm
December5° / 41°18 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 Crosby County, TX

The most comfortable months to visit Crosby County, TX are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). September is usually the wettest month.

MaySeptemberOctober

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.