Kaufman County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 31st-largest in Texas
The population of Kaufman County, Texas is 160,718 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $88,606, the median home value is $290,800, and the median age is 34.2.
The population of Kaufman County has grown 90.4% since 2010 (103,880 → 197,829), a +4.71% annualized rate.
160,718
Population
+4.71%
Annual growth
206
People / sq mi
$88,606
Median Income
$290,800
Median Home Value
Kaufman County covers 781 sq mi of land at 205.9 people per square mile.
About Kaufman County, TX
Kaufman County skews on age — the median resident is 34.2, younger than the national median. With 160,718 residents, Kaufman County is a county in Texas. It ranks #31 among counties in Texas by population.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US counties: median income is $88,606, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.7%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $290,800, with typical rent around $1,408.
Roughly 25.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 11.5% of workers primarily work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
Kaufman County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Kaufman County had a population of 103,880 in 2010 and 197,829 in 2024, a 90.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 197,829 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.74%.
197,829
Population (2024)
103,880
Population (2010)
197,829
Peak (2024)
4.74%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 103,880 |
| 2011 | 105,212 |
| 2012 | 106,569 |
| 2013 | 108,269 |
| 2014 | 110,895 |
| 2015 | 114,083 |
| 2016 | 118,040 |
| 2017 | 122,753 |
| 2018 | 128,512 |
| 2019 | 136,459 |
| 2020 | 147,169 |
| 2021 | 158,355 |
| 2022 | 172,951 |
| 2023 | 186,715 |
| 2024 | 197,829 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.0% |
| Black or African American | 16.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
34.2
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
10.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 23.7% · Seniors (65+): 10.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $88,606+$12,314 vs state |
| Mean household income | $104,547 |
| Per-capita income | $34,131 |
| Poverty rate | 7.7%-2.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 65.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Kaufman County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
77.4%
Public transit
11.5%
Work from home
35.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$290,800+$30,400 vs state
Median home value
$1,408
Median rent
78.6%
Homeownership rate
52,744
Total housing units
94.2%
Occupied
5.8%
Vacant
21.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
85.9%
With health insurance
97.1%
With broadband internet
22.3%
Foreign-born
5.8%
Veterans (18+)
10.9%
With a disability
78.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
86.3%
High School+
25.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kaufman County, Texas has a population of 160,718 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest county in Texas. Population density is 206 people per square mile.
The population of Kaufman County has grown 90.4% since 2010 (103,880 → 197,829), a +4.71% annualized rate.
The median household income in Kaufman County, Texas is $88,606, with mean (average) household income of $104,547 and per-capita income of $34,131. 7.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Kaufman County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (60.0%), Black or African American (16.8%), 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 Kaufman County, Texas is 34.2 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Kaufman County is $290,800 and median monthly rent is $1,408. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 52,744 total housing units, 5.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Kaufman County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Kaufman County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Kaufman County, TX Climate
Kaufman County, TX has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F) and receives about 993 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.2°C
Avg Temp
993
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 44° | 59 mm |
| February | 9° / 49° | 76 mm |
| March | 14° / 56° | 80 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 99 mm |
| May | 22° / 72° | 126 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 86 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 58 mm |
| August | 29° / 83° | 50 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 98 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 103 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 80 mm |
| December | 8° / 47° | 78 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 Kaufman County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Kaufman County, TX are typically October, May and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 35°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.