Burleson County's 2026 population is estimated at 21,387, reflecting a 2.91% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Burleson County is the 116th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 17,238 and has grown 24.07% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.1 years
Female: 44 years
Male: 44.2 years
There are 14,719 adults, (4,170 of whom are seniors) in Burleson County.
Female: 9,674 (51.3%)
Male: 9,183 (48.7%)
The racial composition of Burleson County includes 69.63% White, 10.62% Black or African American, 4.14% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,131 | 69.63% |
| Two or more races | 2,636 | 13.98% |
| Black or African American | 2,002 | 10.62% |
| Other race | 780 | 4.14% |
| Asian | 180 | 0.95% |
| Native American | 128 | 0.68% |
Burleson County 's average per capita income is $48,342. Household income levels show a median of $70,000. The poverty rate stands at 12.69%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $97,742 | - |
| Families | $86,934 | $108,677 |
| Households | $70,000 | $91,476 |
| Non Families | $45,417 | $53,817 |
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