Bell County's 2026 population is estimated at 410,604, reflecting a 1.36% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Bell County is the 15th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 312,886 and has grown 31.23% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 32.3 years
Female: 33.7 years
Male: 31 years
There are 280,649 adults, (46,147 of whom are seniors) in Bell County.
Female: 194,305 (50.2%)
Male: 192,592 (49.8%)
The racial composition of Bell County includes 49.15% White, 22.89% Black or African American, 7.31% other race, 3.04% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 190,153 | 49.15% |
| Black or African American | 88,557 | 22.89% |
| Two or more races | 62,356 | 16.12% |
| Other race | 28,263 | 7.31% |
| Asian | 11,766 | 3.04% |
| Native American | 3,317 | 0.86% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2,485 | 0.64% |
Bell County 's average per capita income is $45,279. Household income levels show a median of $68,865. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $97,733 | $121,215 |
| Families | $81,043 | $102,801 |
| Households | $68,865 | $89,510 |
| Non Families | $43,962 | $56,494 |
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