Goliad County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 184th-largest in Texas
The population of Goliad County, Texas is 7,096 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 184th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $59,556, the median home value is $182,800, and the median age is 44.8.
The population of Goliad County has grown 0.0% since 2010 (7,219 → 7,221), a +0.00% annualized rate.
7,096
Population
+0.00%
Annual growth
8
People / sq mi
$59,556
Median Income
$182,800
Median Home Value
Goliad County covers 852 sq mi of land at 8.3 people per square mile.
About Goliad County, TX
Goliad County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 7.9% of the population. Goliad County is a county in Texas with a population of 7,096.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $59,556 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 5.7%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $182,800, with typical rent around $724.
Roughly 19.0% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 7.8%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Goliad County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Goliad County had a population of 7,219 in 2010 and 7,221 in 2024, a 0.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 7,607 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.03%.
7,221
Population (2024)
7,219
Population (2010)
7,607
Peak (2019)
0.03%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,219 |
| 2011 | 7,208 |
| 2012 | 7,329 |
| 2013 | 7,454 |
| 2014 | 7,509 |
| 2015 | 7,517 |
| 2016 | 7,516 |
| 2017 | 7,559 |
| 2018 | 7,583 |
| 2019 | 7,607 |
| 2020 | 7,023 |
| 2021 | 7,134 |
| 2022 | 7,144 |
| 2023 | 7,183 |
| 2024 | 7,221 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.2% |
| Black or African American | 5.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.8
Median Age
49.8%
Female
50.2%
Male
24.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.4% · Seniors (65+): 24.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,556$-16,736 vs state |
| Mean household income | $97,209 |
| Per-capita income | $38,705 |
| Poverty rate | 5.7%-4.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 49.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Goliad County is professional & business services, accounting for 25.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.6%
Carpool
79.3%
Public transit
7.8%
Work from home
31.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$182,800$-77,600 vs state
Median home value
$724
Median rent
82.8%
Homeownership rate
3,541
Total housing units
79.1%
Occupied
20.9%
Vacant
17.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.1%
With health insurance
84.0%
With broadband internet
7.9%
Foreign-born
7.2%
Veterans (18+)
16.5%
With a disability
82.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.0%
High School+
19.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Goliad County, Texas has a population of 7,096 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 184th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 8 people per square mile.
The population of Goliad County has grown 0.0% since 2010 (7,219 → 7,221), a +0.00% annualized rate.
The median household income in Goliad County, Texas is $59,556, with mean (average) household income of $97,209 and per-capita income of $38,705. 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Goliad County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (75.2%), Black or African American (5.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Goliad County, Texas is 44.8 years. Residents are 49.8% female and 50.2% male.
The median home value in Goliad County is $182,800 and median monthly rent is $724. 82.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,541 total housing units, 20.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Goliad County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Goliad 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.