King County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 252nd-largest in Texas
The population of King County, Texas is 189 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 252nd-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $70,192, the median home value is -, and the median age is 49.1.
The population of King County has declined 25.3% since 2010 (288 → 215), a -2.07% annualized rate.
189
Population
-2.07%
Annual growth
0
People / sq mi
$70,192
Median Income
-
Median Home Value
King County covers 911 sq mi of land at 0.2 people per square mile.
About King County, TX
What distinguishes King County is density: among the most sparsely settled of US counties, around 0 people per square mile. With 189 residents, King County is a county in Texas.
Median household income is $70,192, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 16.9%, above the national 12.4%.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 36.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. About 7.6% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 13 minutes each way.
King County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of King County had a population of 288 in 2010 and 215 in 2024, a -25.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 289 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -1.95%.
215
Population (2024)
288
Population (2010)
289
Peak (2016)
-1.95%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 288 |
| 2011 | 258 |
| 2012 | 269 |
| 2013 | 272 |
| 2014 | 262 |
| 2015 | 280 |
| 2016 | 289 |
| 2017 | 287 |
| 2018 | 275 |
| 2019 | 267 |
| 2020 | 267 |
| 2021 | 256 |
| 2022 | 233 |
| 2023 | 215 |
| 2024 | 215 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
49.1
Median Age
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Male
22.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.9% · Seniors (65+): 22.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $70,192$-6,100 vs state |
| Mean household income | $73,751 |
| Per-capita income | $30,890 |
| Poverty rate | 16.9%+6.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in King County is agriculture, accounting for 45.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.0%
Carpool
75.0%
Public transit
7.6%
Work from home
12.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
-
Median home value
-
Median rent
42.2%
Homeownership rate
148
Total housing units
60.8%
Occupied
39.2%
Vacant
57.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
96.3%
With health insurance
98.9%
With broadband internet
9.0%
Foreign-born
1.3%
Veterans (18+)
17.5%
With a disability
85.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
79.9%
High School+
36.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
King County, Texas has a population of 189 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 252nd-largest county in Texas. Population density is 0 people per square mile.
The population of King County has declined 25.3% since 2010 (288 → 215), a -2.07% annualized rate.
The median household income in King County, Texas is $70,192, with mean (average) household income of $73,751 and per-capita income of $30,890. 16.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In King County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (81.0%), Hispanic or Latino (6.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in King County, Texas is 49.1 years. Residents are 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
The median home value in King County is - and median monthly rent is -. 42.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 148 total housing units, 39.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in King County, Texas is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 45.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with King County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
King County, TX Climate
King County, TX has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F) and receives about 598 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.9°C
Avg Temp
598
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 22 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 28 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 31 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 43 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 87 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 79 mm |
| July | 29° / 83° | 46 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 65 mm |
| September | 24° / 74° | 88 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 61 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 28 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 20 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 King County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit King County, TX are typically May, April and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 36°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.