Taylor County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 33rd-largest in Texas
The population of Taylor County, Texas is 144,259 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 33rd-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $66,406, the median home value is $190,300, and the median age is 33.0.
The population of Taylor County has grown 12.9% since 2010 (131,842 → 148,813), a +0.87% annualized rate.
144,259
Population
+0.87%
Annual growth
158
People / sq mi
$66,406
Median Income
$190,300
Median Home Value
Taylor County covers 916 sq mi of land at 157.6 people per square mile.
About Taylor County, TX
Taylor County skews on age — the median resident is 33.0, younger than the national median. With 144,259 residents, Taylor County is a county in Texas. It ranks #33 among counties in Texas by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $66,406 — below the US median of $78,538. About 9.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $190,300, with typical rent around $1,111.
College attainment is above the local norm at 29.0%, below the national 35.0%. Around 7.8% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Taylor County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Taylor County had a population of 131,842 in 2010 and 148,813 in 2024, a 12.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 148,813 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.87%.
148,813
Population (2024)
131,842
Population (2010)
148,813
Peak (2024)
0.87%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 131,842 |
| 2011 | 132,867 |
| 2012 | 134,122 |
| 2013 | 133,972 |
| 2014 | 135,049 |
| 2015 | 136,210 |
| 2016 | 136,330 |
| 2017 | 136,615 |
| 2018 | 137,319 |
| 2019 | 138,141 |
| 2020 | 143,493 |
| 2021 | 143,909 |
| 2022 | 145,481 |
| 2023 | 147,618 |
| 2024 | 148,813 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 70.5% |
| Black or African American | 8.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
33.0
Median Age
50.9%
Female
49.1%
Male
14.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.6% · Seniors (65+): 14.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $66,406$-9,886 vs state |
| Mean household income | $87,167 |
| Per-capita income | $33,332 |
| Poverty rate | 9.5%-1.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Taylor County is professional & business services, accounting for 29.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
2.0%
Carpool
78.5%
Public transit
7.8%
Work from home
16.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$190,300$-70,100 vs state
Median home value
$1,111
Median rent
59.8%
Homeownership rate
61,581
Total housing units
88.3%
Occupied
11.7%
Vacant
40.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
85.5%
With health insurance
94.0%
With broadband internet
25.3%
Foreign-born
9.2%
Veterans (18+)
14.5%
With a disability
83.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.6%
High School+
29.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Taylor County, Texas has a population of 144,259 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 33rd-largest county in Texas. Population density is 158 people per square mile.
The population of Taylor County has grown 12.9% since 2010 (131,842 → 148,813), a +0.87% annualized rate.
The median household income in Taylor County, Texas is $66,406, with mean (average) household income of $87,167 and per-capita income of $33,332. 9.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Taylor County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (70.5%), Black or African American (8.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Taylor County, Texas is 33.0 years. Residents are 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
The median home value in Taylor County is $190,300 and median monthly rent is $1,111. 59.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 61,581 total housing units, 11.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Taylor County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 29.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Taylor County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Taylor County, TX Climate
Taylor County, TX has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F) and receives about 631 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.3°C
Avg Temp
631
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 43° | 25 mm |
| February | 9° / 47° | 31 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 35 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 50 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 77 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 77 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 51 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 65 mm |
| September | 24° / 74° | 91 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 67 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 34 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 28 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 Taylor County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Taylor County, TX are typically May, April and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.