Kimble County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 207th-largest in Texas
The population of Kimble County, Texas is 4,355 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 207th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $65,703, the median home value is $173,100, and the median age is 50.3.
The population of Kimble County has declined 4.3% since 2010 (4,600 → 4,401), a -0.32% annualized rate.
4,355
Population
-0.32%
Annual growth
3
People / sq mi
$65,703
Median Income
$173,100
Median Home Value
Kimble County covers 1,251 sq mi of land at 3.5 people per square mile.
About Kimble County, TX
Kimble County skews on age — the median resident is 50.3, older than the national median. Kimble County is a county in Texas with a population of 4,355.
The typical household here earns about $65,703, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.8%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $173,100, with typical rent around $795.
Roughly 25.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (3.0%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Kimble County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Kimble County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Kimble County had a population of 4,600 in 2010 and 4,401 in 2024, a -4.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 4,600 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.31%.
4,401
Population (2024)
4,600
Population (2010)
4,600
Peak (2010)
-0.31%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,600 |
| 2011 | 4,592 |
| 2012 | 4,522 |
| 2013 | 4,457 |
| 2014 | 4,460 |
| 2015 | 4,387 |
| 2016 | 4,405 |
| 2017 | 4,380 |
| 2018 | 4,332 |
| 2019 | 4,362 |
| 2020 | 4,293 |
| 2021 | 4,348 |
| 2022 | 4,438 |
| 2023 | 4,465 |
| 2024 | 4,401 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.0% |
| Black or African American | 2.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
50.3
Median Age
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Male
31.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.5% · Seniors (65+): 31.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $65,703$-10,589 vs state |
| Mean household income | $86,848 |
| Per-capita income | $37,812 |
| Poverty rate | 10.8%+0.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 53.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Kimble County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.7%
Carpool
76.6%
Public transit
3.0%
Work from home
21.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$173,100$-87,300 vs state
Median home value
$795
Median rent
78.6%
Homeownership rate
2,825
Total housing units
65.8%
Occupied
34.2%
Vacant
21.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
85.3%
With health insurance
88.2%
With broadband internet
20.1%
Foreign-born
6.6%
Veterans (18+)
17.5%
With a disability
78.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
83.1%
High School+
25.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kimble County, Texas has a population of 4,355 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 207th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 3 people per square mile.
The population of Kimble County has declined 4.3% since 2010 (4,600 → 4,401), a -0.32% annualized rate.
The median household income in Kimble County, Texas is $65,703, with mean (average) household income of $86,848 and per-capita income of $37,812. 10.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Kimble County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (79.0%), Black or African American (2.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Kimble County, Texas is 50.3 years. Residents are 51.3% female and 48.7% male.
The median home value in Kimble County is $173,100 and median monthly rent is $795. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,825 total housing units, 34.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Kimble County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.6%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Kimble County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Kimble County, TX Climate
Kimble County, TX has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F) and receives about 581 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.3°C
Avg Temp
581
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 46° | 27 mm |
| February | 10° / 50° | 36 mm |
| March | 14° / 58° | 26 mm |
| April | 19° / 65° | 50 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 80 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 66 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 49 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 68 mm |
| September | 24° / 76° | 71 mm |
| October | 19° / 67° | 53 mm |
| November | 13° / 56° | 31 mm |
| December | 9° / 48° | 24 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 Kimble County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Kimble County, TX are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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