Pecos County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 139th-largest in Texas
The population of Pecos County, Texas is 14,983 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 139th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $67,689, the median home value is $142,900, and the median age is 37.3.
The population of Pecos County has declined 5.2% since 2010 (15,521 → 14,712), a -0.38% annualized rate.
14,983
Population
-0.38%
Annual growth
3
People / sq mi
$67,689
Median Income
$142,900
Median Home Value
Pecos County covers 4,764 sq mi of land at 3.1 people per square mile.
About Pecos County, TX
Pecos County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 11.5% of the population. With 14,983 residents, Pecos County is a county in Texas.
Median household income is $67,689, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US counties: 19.6%, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $142,900, with typical rent around $973.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 13.4%, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 3.0% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Pecos County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Pecos County had a population of 15,521 in 2010 and 14,712 in 2024, a -5.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,022 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.37%.
14,712
Population (2024)
15,521
Population (2010)
16,022
Peak (2015)
-0.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,521 |
| 2011 | 15,638 |
| 2012 | 15,563 |
| 2013 | 15,656 |
| 2014 | 15,818 |
| 2015 | 16,022 |
| 2016 | 15,852 |
| 2017 | 15,626 |
| 2018 | 15,673 |
| 2019 | 15,757 |
| 2020 | 15,184 |
| 2021 | 15,121 |
| 2022 | 14,742 |
| 2023 | 14,720 |
| 2024 | 14,712 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.5% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
37.3
Median Age
42.5%
Female
57.5%
Male
13.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.3% · Seniors (65+): 13.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $67,689$-8,603 vs state |
| Mean household income | $89,131 |
| Per-capita income | $29,690 |
| Poverty rate | 19.6%+9.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 50.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Pecos County is professional & business services, accounting for 17.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
84.3%
Public transit
3.0%
Work from home
17.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$142,900$-117,500 vs state
Median home value
$973
Median rent
72.7%
Homeownership rate
5,853
Total housing units
87.3%
Occupied
12.7%
Vacant
27.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
85.3%
With health insurance
90.7%
With broadband internet
11.5%
Foreign-born
4.9%
Veterans (18+)
9.4%
With a disability
49.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
79.1%
High School+
13.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pecos County, Texas has a population of 14,983 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 139th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 3 people per square mile.
The population of Pecos County has declined 5.2% since 2010 (15,521 → 14,712), a -0.38% annualized rate.
The median household income in Pecos County, Texas is $67,689, with mean (average) household income of $89,131 and per-capita income of $29,690. 19.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Pecos County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (58.5%), Black or African American (4.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Pecos County, Texas is 37.3 years. Residents are 42.5% female and 57.5% male.
The median home value in Pecos County is $142,900 and median monthly rent is $973. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 5,853 total housing units, 12.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Pecos County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 17.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.6%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Pecos County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.