San Augustine County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 177th-largest in Texas
The population of San Augustine County, Texas is 7,889 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 177th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $46,338, the median home value is $83,500, and the median age is 48.8.
The population of San Augustine County has declined 12.3% since 2010 (8,855 → 7,767), a -0.93% annualized rate.
7,889
Population
-0.93%
Annual growth
15
People / sq mi
$46,338
Median Income
$83,500
Median Home Value
San Augustine County covers 531 sq mi of land at 14.9 people per square mile.
About San Augustine County, TX
Housing cost is the defining feature of San Augustine County: the median home is valued at $83,500. San Augustine County is a county in Texas with a population of 7,889.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $46,338, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 17.4% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $83,500, with typical rent around $741.
San Augustine County is among the least college-educated US counties, at 11.5% — below the national 35.0%. Around 5.9% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
San Augustine County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of San Augustine County had a population of 8,855 in 2010 and 7,767 in 2024, a -12.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 8,855 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.93%.
7,767
Population (2024)
8,855
Population (2010)
8,855
Peak (2010)
-0.93%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,855 |
| 2011 | 8,798 |
| 2012 | 8,789 |
| 2013 | 8,661 |
| 2014 | 8,479 |
| 2015 | 8,346 |
| 2016 | 8,280 |
| 2017 | 8,302 |
| 2018 | 8,251 |
| 2019 | 8,220 |
| 2020 | 7,925 |
| 2021 | 7,911 |
| 2022 | 7,886 |
| 2023 | 7,882 |
| 2024 | 7,767 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 70.7% |
| Black or African American | 22.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
48.8
Median Age
52.0%
Female
48.0%
Male
27.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.4% · Seniors (65+): 27.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $46,338$-29,954 vs state |
| Mean household income | $64,927 |
| Per-capita income | $25,902 |
| Poverty rate | 17.4%+6.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 40.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in San Augustine County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
5.2%
Carpool
75.3%
Public transit
5.9%
Work from home
28.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$83,500$-176,900 vs state
Median home value
$741
Median rent
74.8%
Homeownership rate
4,799
Total housing units
62.9%
Occupied
37.1%
Vacant
25.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
80.0%
With health insurance
89.2%
With broadband internet
18.8%
Foreign-born
11.5%
Veterans (18+)
22.0%
With a disability
92.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
81.7%
High School+
11.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
San Augustine County, Texas has a population of 7,889 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 177th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 15 people per square mile.
The population of San Augustine County has declined 12.3% since 2010 (8,855 → 7,767), a -0.93% annualized rate.
The median household income in San Augustine County, Texas is $46,338, with mean (average) household income of $64,927 and per-capita income of $25,902. 17.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In San Augustine County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (70.7%), Black or African American (22.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in San Augustine County, Texas is 48.8 years. Residents are 52.0% female and 48.0% male.
The median home value in San Augustine County is $83,500 and median monthly rent is $741. 74.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,799 total housing units, 37.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in San Augustine County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.2%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with San Augustine 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.