Texas
#2 in USSouthThe Lone Star State Ā· Texas (TX) has a population of 30,503,301 people, making it the #2 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Austin and the largest city is Houston.
Population
30.5M
#2 of 51
Area
268,596 miĀ²
695,661 kmĀ²
Density
44/kmĀ²
114/miĀ²
Capital
Austin
Median Income
$76K
Below national avg
Unemployment
4.4%
National avg: 3.9%
Median Age
35.9
US Share
9.11%
of 335M total
Population Growth
2020 Census
29,145,505
2023 Estimate
30,503,301
Change
+1,357,796 (+4.7%)
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Economy & Education
- Median Household Income
- $75,780
- Poverty Rate
- 13.7%
- Unemployment Rate
- 4.4%
- Bachelor's Degree+
- 34.2%
Largest Cities in Texas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Texas?
Texas has a population of 30,503,301 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #2 among all US states by population, representing 9.11% of the total US population.
What is the capital of Texas?
The capital of Texas is Austin. The largest cities include Houston, San Antonio, Dallas.
What is the median household income in Texas?
The median household income in Texas is $75,780, below the national average of $77,589.
How fast is Texas growing?
Texas has grown 4.7% since the 2020 Census, from 29,145,505 to 30,503,301.