Val Verde County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 73rd-largest in Texas
The population of Val Verde County, Texas is 47,647 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 73rd-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $59,673, the median home value is $151,500, and the median age is 32.3.
The population of Val Verde County has declined 2.0% since 2010 (48,963 → 47,999), a -0.14% annualized rate.
47,647
Population
-0.14%
Annual growth
15
People / sq mi
$59,673
Median Income
$151,500
Median Home Value
Val Verde County covers 3,145 sq mi of land at 15.2 people per square mile.
About Val Verde County, TX
Val Verde County skews on age — the median resident is 32.3, younger than the national median. With 47,647 residents, Val Verde County is a county in Texas.
Median household income is $59,673, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 14.2% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $151,500, with typical rent around $956.
21.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 3.6% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Val Verde County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Val Verde County had a population of 48,963 in 2010 and 47,999 in 2024, a -2.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 49,071 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: -0.14%.
47,999
Population (2024)
48,963
Population (2010)
49,071
Peak (2017)
-0.14%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,963 |
| 2011 | 48,962 |
| 2012 | 48,968 |
| 2013 | 49,027 |
| 2014 | 48,821 |
| 2015 | 48,860 |
| 2016 | 48,901 |
| 2017 | 49,071 |
| 2018 | 49,048 |
| 2019 | 49,041 |
| 2020 | 47,605 |
| 2021 | 47,560 |
| 2022 | 47,678 |
| 2023 | 47,863 |
| 2024 | 47,999 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
32.3
Median Age
48.3%
Female
51.7%
Male
14.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 23.5% · Seniors (65+): 14.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,673$-16,619 vs state |
| Mean household income | $75,738 |
| Per-capita income | $27,114 |
| Poverty rate | 14.2%+3.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Val Verde County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.6%
Carpool
78.8%
Public transit
3.6%
Work from home
17.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$151,500$-108,900 vs state
Median home value
$956
Median rent
66.9%
Homeownership rate
18,631
Total housing units
89.7%
Occupied
10.3%
Vacant
33.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
80.6%
With health insurance
92.2%
With broadband internet
14.8%
Foreign-born
9.1%
Veterans (18+)
14.7%
With a disability
37.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
75.1%
High School+
21.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Val Verde County, Texas has a population of 47,647 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 73rd-largest county in Texas. Population density is 15 people per square mile.
The population of Val Verde County has declined 2.0% since 2010 (48,963 → 47,999), a -0.14% annualized rate.
The median household income in Val Verde County, Texas is $59,673, with mean (average) household income of $75,738 and per-capita income of $27,114. 14.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Val Verde County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (62.2%), Black or African American (1.4%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Val Verde County, Texas is 32.3 years. Residents are 48.3% female and 51.7% male.
The median home value in Val Verde County is $151,500 and median monthly rent is $956. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 18,631 total housing units, 10.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Val Verde County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Val Verde County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Val Verde County, TX Climate
Val Verde County, TX has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F) and receives about 465 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20°C
Avg Temp
465
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / 49° | 15 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 26 mm |
| March | 16° / 61° | 19 mm |
| April | 20° / 69° | 37 mm |
| May | 25° / 76° | 51 mm |
| June | 28° / 82° | 50 mm |
| July | 29° / 85° | 47 mm |
| August | 29° / 84° | 51 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 71 mm |
| October | 21° / 70° | 59 mm |
| November | 15° / 59° | 25 mm |
| December | 10° / 51° | 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 Val Verde County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Val Verde County, TX are typically April, October and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 36°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.