Swisher County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 187th-largest in Texas
The population of Swisher County, Texas is 6,981 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 187th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $39,031, the median home value is $89,200, and the median age is 36.5.
The population of Swisher County has declined 13.2% since 2010 (7,919 → 6,877), a -1.00% annualized rate.
6,981
Population
-1.00%
Annual growth
8
People / sq mi
$39,031
Median Income
$89,200
Median Home Value
Swisher County covers 890 sq mi of land at 7.8 people per square mile.
About Swisher County, TX
Remote work is unusually rare in Swisher County: 1.9% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 6,981 residents, Swisher County is a county in Texas.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $39,031, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US counties: 24.2%, above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $89,200, with typical rent around $729.
20.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (1.9%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Swisher County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Swisher County had a population of 7,919 in 2010 and 6,877 in 2024, a -13.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 7,919 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.99%.
6,877
Population (2024)
7,919
Population (2010)
7,919
Peak (2010)
-0.99%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,919 |
| 2011 | 7,805 |
| 2012 | 7,849 |
| 2013 | 7,724 |
| 2014 | 7,553 |
| 2015 | 7,477 |
| 2016 | 7,437 |
| 2017 | 7,440 |
| 2018 | 7,400 |
| 2019 | 7,399 |
| 2020 | 6,948 |
| 2021 | 7,009 |
| 2022 | 6,952 |
| 2023 | 6,899 |
| 2024 | 6,877 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.1% |
| Black or African American | 8.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.5
Median Age
43.3%
Female
56.7%
Male
17.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.9% · Seniors (65+): 17.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $39,031$-37,261 vs state |
| Mean household income | $60,217 |
| Per-capita income | $23,065 |
| Poverty rate | 24.2%+13.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 48.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Swisher County is professional & business services, accounting for 34.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
2.5%
Carpool
79.9%
Public transit
1.9%
Work from home
20.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$89,200$-171,200 vs state
Median home value
$729
Median rent
66.0%
Homeownership rate
3,038
Total housing units
80.7%
Occupied
19.3%
Vacant
34.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
77.8%
With health insurance
85.4%
With broadband internet
12.3%
Foreign-born
5.1%
Veterans (18+)
17.1%
With a disability
70.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
80.3%
High School+
20.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Swisher County, Texas has a population of 6,981 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 187th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 8 people per square mile.
The population of Swisher County has declined 13.2% since 2010 (7,919 → 6,877), a -1.00% annualized rate.
The median household income in Swisher County, Texas is $39,031, with mean (average) household income of $60,217 and per-capita income of $23,065. 24.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Swisher County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (69.1%), Black or African American (8.0%), 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 Swisher County, Texas is 36.5 years. Residents are 43.3% female and 56.7% male.
The median home value in Swisher County is $89,200 and median monthly rent is $729. 66.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,038 total housing units, 19.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Swisher County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 34.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Swisher County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Swisher County, TX Climate
Swisher County, TX has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F) and receives about 495 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
14.2°C
Avg Temp
495
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 37° | 12 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 17 mm |
| March | 9° / 48° | 23 mm |
| April | 14° / 57° | 27 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 62 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 95 mm |
| July | 26° / 78° | 54 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 69 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 62 mm |
| October | 15° / 59° | 40 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 20 mm |
| December | 4° / 38° | 14 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 Swisher County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Swisher County, TX are typically September, May and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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