Houston County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 108th-largest in Texas
The population of Houston County, Texas is 22,042 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 108th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $54,563, the median home value is $155,100, and the median age is 44.0.
The population of Houston County has declined 6.3% since 2010 (23,683 → 22,197), a -0.46% annualized rate.
22,042
Population
-0.46%
Annual growth
18
People / sq mi
$54,563
Median Income
$155,100
Median Home Value
Houston County covers 1,231 sq mi of land at 17.9 people per square mile.
About Houston County, TX
Houston County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 15.0% of the population. With 22,042 residents, Houston County is a county in Texas.
The typical household earns $54,563, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.8%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $155,100, with typical rent around $873.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 15.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.6% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Houston County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Houston County had a population of 23,683 in 2010 and 22,197 in 2024, a -6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 23,683 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.46%.
22,197
Population (2024)
23,683
Population (2010)
23,683
Peak (2010)
-0.46%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,683 |
| 2011 | 23,433 |
| 2012 | 23,212 |
| 2013 | 22,806 |
| 2014 | 22,807 |
| 2015 | 22,743 |
| 2016 | 22,892 |
| 2017 | 23,073 |
| 2018 | 23,033 |
| 2019 | 22,877 |
| 2020 | 22,070 |
| 2021 | 21,971 |
| 2022 | 21,936 |
| 2023 | 22,082 |
| 2024 | 22,197 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 63.1% |
| Black or African American | 22.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.0
Median Age
46.3%
Female
53.7%
Male
21.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.4% · Seniors (65+): 21.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $54,563$-21,729 vs state |
| Mean household income | $75,378 |
| Per-capita income | $27,784 |
| Poverty rate | 8.8%-1.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 42.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Houston County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
2.6%
Carpool
81.4%
Public transit
5.6%
Work from home
28.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$155,100$-105,300 vs state
Median home value
$873
Median rent
68.8%
Homeownership rate
10,833
Total housing units
72.0%
Occupied
28.0%
Vacant
31.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
86.2%
With health insurance
88.6%
With broadband internet
15.0%
Foreign-born
8.4%
Veterans (18+)
23.7%
With a disability
89.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
82.7%
High School+
15.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Houston County, Texas has a population of 22,042 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 108th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 18 people per square mile.
The population of Houston County has declined 6.3% since 2010 (23,683 → 22,197), a -0.46% annualized rate.
The median household income in Houston County, Texas is $54,563, with mean (average) household income of $75,378 and per-capita income of $27,784. 8.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Houston County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (63.1%), Black or African American (22.1%), Hispanic or Latino (3.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Houston County, Texas is 44.0 years. Residents are 46.3% female and 53.7% male.
The median home value in Houston County is $155,100 and median monthly rent is $873. 68.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 10,833 total housing units, 28.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Houston County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Houston 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.