Refugio County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 190th-largest in Texas
The population of Refugio County, Texas is 6,693 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 190th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $58,016, the median home value is $94,400, and the median age is 43.9.
The population of Refugio County has declined 8.6% since 2010 (7,376 → 6,739), a -0.64% annualized rate.
6,693
Population
-0.64%
Annual growth
9
People / sq mi
$58,016
Median Income
$94,400
Median Home Value
Refugio County covers 770 sq mi of land at 8.7 people per square mile.
About Refugio County, TX
Refugio County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 10.3% of the population. With 6,693 residents, Refugio County is a county in Texas.
The typical household here earns about $58,016, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 15.8% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $94,400, with typical rent around $842.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 13.8% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (2.2%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Refugio County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Refugio County had a population of 7,376 in 2010 and 6,739 in 2024, a -8.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 7,376 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.64%.
6,739
Population (2024)
7,376
Population (2010)
7,376
Peak (2010)
-0.64%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,376 |
| 2011 | 7,323 |
| 2012 | 7,259 |
| 2013 | 7,283 |
| 2014 | 7,366 |
| 2015 | 7,331 |
| 2016 | 7,275 |
| 2017 | 7,178 |
| 2018 | 6,921 |
| 2019 | 6,824 |
| 2020 | 6,740 |
| 2021 | 6,698 |
| 2022 | 6,649 |
| 2023 | 6,711 |
| 2024 | 6,739 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 61.9% |
| Black or African American | 7.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.9
Median Age
52.1%
Female
47.9%
Male
22.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.6% · Seniors (65+): 22.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,016$-18,276 vs state |
| Mean household income | $67,832 |
| Per-capita income | $26,972 |
| Poverty rate | 15.8%+5.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 49.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Refugio County is professional & business services, accounting for 25.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
2.1%
Carpool
85.9%
Public transit
2.2%
Work from home
23.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$94,400$-166,000 vs state
Median home value
$842
Median rent
78.0%
Homeownership rate
3,328
Total housing units
71.3%
Occupied
28.7%
Vacant
22.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
83.3%
With health insurance
90.5%
With broadband internet
10.3%
Foreign-born
9.1%
Veterans (18+)
20.7%
With a disability
74.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
82.6%
High School+
13.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Refugio County, Texas has a population of 6,693 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 190th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 9 people per square mile.
The population of Refugio County has declined 8.6% since 2010 (7,376 → 6,739), a -0.64% annualized rate.
The median household income in Refugio County, Texas is $58,016, with mean (average) household income of $67,832 and per-capita income of $26,972. 15.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Refugio County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (61.9%), Black or African American (7.4%), 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 Refugio County, Texas is 43.9 years. Residents are 52.1% female and 47.9% male.
The median home value in Refugio County is $94,400 and median monthly rent is $842. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,328 total housing units, 28.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Refugio County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Refugio 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.