Hunt County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 41st-largest in Texas
The population of Hunt County, Texas is 104,917 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 41st-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $70,112, the median home value is $210,900, and the median age is 37.2.
The population of Hunt County has grown 37.5% since 2010 (86,367 → 118,729), a +2.30% annualized rate.
104,917
Population
+2.30%
Annual growth
125
People / sq mi
$70,112
Median Income
$210,900
Median Home Value
Hunt County covers 840 sq mi of land at 124.8 people per square mile.
About Hunt County, TX
Hunt County skews on age — the median resident is 37.2, younger than the national median. With 104,917 residents, Hunt County is a county in Texas. It ranks #41 among counties in Texas by population.
The typical household here earns about $70,112, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.4%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $210,900, with typical rent around $1,184.
Roughly 21.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.8%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Hunt County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Hunt County had a population of 86,367 in 2010 and 118,729 in 2024, a 37.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 118,729 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.31%.
118,729
Population (2024)
86,367
Population (2010)
118,729
Peak (2024)
2.31%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 86,367 |
| 2011 | 86,688 |
| 2012 | 86,992 |
| 2013 | 87,447 |
| 2014 | 88,664 |
| 2015 | 89,708 |
| 2016 | 91,920 |
| 2017 | 94,058 |
| 2018 | 96,667 |
| 2019 | 98,559 |
| 2020 | 100,250 |
| 2021 | 103,596 |
| 2022 | 108,532 |
| 2023 | 113,754 |
| 2024 | 118,729 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.2% |
| Black or African American | 8.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
37.2
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
15.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.1% · Seniors (65+): 15.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $70,112$-6,180 vs state |
| Mean household income | $88,486 |
| Per-capita income | $32,446 |
| Poverty rate | 9.4%-1.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 57.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Hunt County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
1.9%
Carpool
78.4%
Public transit
8.8%
Work from home
32.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$210,900$-49,500 vs state
Median home value
$1,184
Median rent
70.8%
Homeownership rate
41,973
Total housing units
89.5%
Occupied
10.5%
Vacant
29.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
83.7%
With health insurance
95.1%
With broadband internet
24.0%
Foreign-born
8.5%
Veterans (18+)
15.4%
With a disability
85.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
86.3%
High School+
21.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hunt County, Texas has a population of 104,917 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 41st-largest county in Texas. Population density is 125 people per square mile.
The population of Hunt County has grown 37.5% since 2010 (86,367 → 118,729), a +2.30% annualized rate.
The median household income in Hunt County, Texas is $70,112, with mean (average) household income of $88,486 and per-capita income of $32,446. 9.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Hunt County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (73.2%), Black or African American (8.0%), Hispanic or Latino (2.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Hunt County, Texas is 37.2 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Hunt County is $210,900 and median monthly rent is $1,184. 70.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 41,973 total housing units, 10.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Hunt County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.4%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Hunt County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Hunt County, TX Climate
Hunt County, TX has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F) and receives about 1091 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.7°C
Avg Temp
1091
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 61 mm |
| February | 9° / 47° | 81 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 95 mm |
| April | 17° / 63° | 99 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 139 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 101 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 71 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 54 mm |
| September | 25° / 76° | 101 mm |
| October | 19° / 65° | 116 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 92 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 81 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 Hunt County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Hunt County, TX are typically May, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.