Robertson County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 135th-largest in Texas
The population of Robertson County, Texas is 16,973 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 135th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $66,250, the median home value is $172,700, and the median age is 40.9.
The population of Robertson County has grown 6.7% since 2010 (16,551 → 17,659), a +0.46% annualized rate.
16,973
Population
+0.46%
Annual growth
20
People / sq mi
$66,250
Median Income
$172,700
Median Home Value
Robertson County covers 855 sq mi of land at 19.8 people per square mile.
About Robertson County, TX
Robertson County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.1% of the population. Robertson County is a county in Texas with a population of 16,973.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $66,250 — below the US median of $78,538. About 11.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $172,700, with typical rent around $773.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 19.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 4.7% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Robertson County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Robertson County had a population of 16,551 in 2010 and 17,659 in 2024, a 6.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,659 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.47%.
17,659
Population (2024)
16,551
Population (2010)
17,659
Peak (2024)
0.47%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,551 |
| 2011 | 16,652 |
| 2012 | 16,447 |
| 2013 | 16,420 |
| 2014 | 16,457 |
| 2015 | 16,688 |
| 2016 | 16,821 |
| 2017 | 17,152 |
| 2018 | 17,237 |
| 2019 | 17,104 |
| 2020 | 16,768 |
| 2021 | 16,951 |
| 2022 | 17,135 |
| 2023 | 17,322 |
| 2024 | 17,659 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 63.5% |
| Black or African American | 20.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.9
Median Age
50.9%
Female
49.1%
Male
20.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.9% · Seniors (65+): 20.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $66,250$-10,042 vs state |
| Mean household income | $79,904 |
| Per-capita income | $31,209 |
| Poverty rate | 11.7%+1.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 50.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Robertson County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.0%
Carpool
78.6%
Public transit
4.7%
Work from home
26.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$172,700$-87,700 vs state
Median home value
$773
Median rent
73.3%
Homeownership rate
8,559
Total housing units
75.7%
Occupied
24.3%
Vacant
26.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.1%
With health insurance
88.1%
With broadband internet
12.1%
Foreign-born
7.1%
Veterans (18+)
19.4%
With a disability
86.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.8%
High School+
19.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Robertson County, Texas has a population of 16,973 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 135th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 20 people per square mile.
The population of Robertson County has grown 6.7% since 2010 (16,551 → 17,659), a +0.46% annualized rate.
The median household income in Robertson County, Texas is $66,250, with mean (average) household income of $79,904 and per-capita income of $31,209. 11.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Robertson County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (63.5%), Black or African American (20.5%), Hispanic or Latino (2.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Robertson County, Texas is 40.9 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
The median home value in Robertson County is $172,700 and median monthly rent is $773. 73.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 8,559 total housing units, 24.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Robertson County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.5%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Robertson 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.