Population
Texas has a population of 30,850,000 as of 2026, making it the #2 most populous state in the United States.
Texas Rankings
Where Texas places in every state-level dataset StatsPanda tracks. Each row opens the full ranking.
Texas Population Clock
These statistics show the estimated changes to Texas's population based on birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns from US Census Bureau data.
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| Texas Population (as of 7/14/2026) | 30,850,000 |
| Births per day | 1,050 |
| Deaths per day | 580 |
| Net migrations per day | 470 |
| Net population change per day | +940 |
| Population change since Jan 1st | — |
Demographics
The racial composition of Texas includes 59.14% White, 12.15% Black or African American, 5.17% Asian, 7.80% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Population by Race
Why is Hispanic separate? Following U.S. Census methodology, Hispanic or Latino origin is an ethnicity, not a race — people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. “All” shows the racial breakdown; the Hispanic and Non-Hispanic views show ethnicity, so the two groupings overlap rather than adding up to 100%.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 18,243,580 | 59.14% |
| Two or more races | 4,649,951 | 15.07% |
| Black or African American | 3,747,761 | 12.15% |
| Other race | 2,406,874 | 7.80% |
| Asian | 1,594,089 | 5.17% |
| Native American | 178,893 | 0.58% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 28,853 | 0.09% |
Texas Marital Status
Population by Age and Gender
Median Age
Geography
Texas currently has a population of over 29 million, making it the second most populous U.S. state behind California. Looking at census data, the population of Texas has grown rapidly over the past two decades. Between 2000 and 2010, the state's population increased by over 20% from nearly 21 million to over 25 million residents. The latest estimates show Texas continuing to expand at a healthy clip, with over 1.1 million new residents added since the 2010 census. This ongoing population boom is fueled largely by domestic migration, with over half a million people moving to Texas from other states between 2018 and 2019 alone. The state's major metropolitan areas like Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Austin have served as magnets attracting new residents looking for economic opportunities.
Economics and Income Statistics
Texas's average per capita income is $37,514. Household income levels show a median of $73,035. The poverty rate stands at 13.94%.
Families: A family includes the owner or renter of the home along with everyone related to them - whether through birth, marriage, or adoption. This includes relatives like spouses, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and any other family members.
Households: A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit (such as a house or apartment) as their usual place of residence.
Non Families: A nonfamily household is either someone living alone or when the owner/renter lives with people they aren't related to, like roommates.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $87,594 | $112,120 |
| Families | $87,594 | $115,624 |
| Households | $73,035 | — |
| Non Families | $45,581 | $64,725 |
Income & Poverty
Largest Cities in Texas
The largest city in Texas is Houston with a population of 2,320,268.
| Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houston | 2,320,268 |
| 2 | San Antonio | 1,547,253 |
| 3 | Dallas | 1,343,573 |
| 4 | Austin | 961,855 |
| 5 | Fort Worth | 918,915 |
| 6 | El Paso | 678,815 |
| 7 | Arlington | 394,266 |
| 8 | Corpus Christi | 317,863 |
| 9 | Plano | 285,494 |
| 10 | Irving | 239,798 |
Population by County
Texas's population shows distinct regional patterns, with the most populous counties concentrated in metropolitan areas. The most dramatic growth is occurring in suburban areas, while rural and some urban areas show more mixed trends.
Counties in Texas →Population by County
Population Growth by County
Population Density by County
Research Papers Related to Texas
Sources
Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program.
Detailed demographic and economic data for Texas.
Quick access to state-level statistics and comparisons.
Data Methodology
Population totals are sourced from the latest available US Census Bureau data. Totals for the current year are projected using each state's USCB data and previous year population growth rate. Growth rates are calculated based on births, deaths, and net migration estimates.