Kenedy County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 254th-largest in Texas
The population of Kenedy County, Texas is 52 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 254th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is -, the median home value is -, and the median age is 65.5.
The population of Kenedy County has declined 20.9% since 2010 (417 → 330), a -1.66% annualized rate.
52
Population
-1.66%
Annual growth
0
People / sq mi
-
Median Income
-
Median Home Value
Kenedy County covers 1,459 sq mi of land at 0.0 people per square mile.
About Kenedy County, TX
What distinguishes Kenedy County is density: among the most sparsely settled of US counties, around 0 people per square mile. Kenedy County is a county in Texas with a population of 52.
Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US counties, at 0.0% — below the national 12.4%.
Kenedy County is among the least college-educated US counties, at 10.6% — below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 4.0% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about -999999999 minutes each way.
Kenedy County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Kenedy County had a population of 417 in 2010 and 330 in 2024, a -20.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 447 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -1.56%.
330
Population (2024)
417
Population (2010)
447
Peak (2012)
-1.56%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 417 |
| 2011 | 438 |
| 2012 | 447 |
| 2013 | 438 |
| 2014 | 437 |
| 2015 | 441 |
| 2016 | 427 |
| 2017 | 408 |
| 2018 | 419 |
| 2019 | 385 |
| 2020 | 350 |
| 2021 | 341 |
| 2022 | 358 |
| 2023 | 351 |
| 2024 | 330 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 19.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
65.5
Median Age
44.2%
Female
55.8%
Male
50.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 5.8% · Seniors (65+): 50.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | - |
| Mean household income | $74,447 |
| Per-capita income | $31,183 |
| Poverty rate | 0.0%-10.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 51.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Kenedy County is retail trade, accounting for 32.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
8.0%
Carpool
88.0%
Public transit
4.0%
Work from home
-999999999.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
-
Median home value
-
Median rent
35.3%
Homeownership rate
69
Total housing units
24.6%
Occupied
75.4%
Vacant
64.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
100.0%
With health insurance
52.9%
With broadband internet
1.9%
Foreign-born
10.2%
Veterans (18+)
51.9%
With a disability
9.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
46.8%
High School+
10.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kenedy County, Texas has a population of 52 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 254th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 0 people per square mile.
The population of Kenedy County has declined 20.9% since 2010 (417 → 330), a -1.66% annualized rate.
The median household income in Kenedy County, Texas is -, with mean (average) household income of $74,447 and per-capita income of $31,183. 0.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Kenedy County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (19.2%), Hispanic or Latino (1.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Kenedy County, Texas is 65.5 years. Residents are 44.2% female and 55.8% male.
The median home value in Kenedy County is - and median monthly rent is -. 35.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 69 total housing units, 75.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Kenedy County, Texas is retail trade, employing 32.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Kenedy County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Kenedy County, TX Climate
Kenedy County, TX has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F) and receives about 679 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.4°C
Avg Temp
679
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 57° | 38 mm |
| February | 16° / 61° | 42 mm |
| March | 20° / 67° | 18 mm |
| April | 23° / 73° | 37 mm |
| May | 26° / 78° | 78 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 81 mm |
| July | 29° / 84° | 43 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 67 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 132 mm |
| October | 24° / 74° | 69 mm |
| November | 19° / 66° | 41 mm |
| December | 16° / 60° | 33 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 Kenedy County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Kenedy County, TX are typically March, April and November, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 9°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.