Burnet County's 2026 population is estimated at 58,494, reflecting a 2.43% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Burnet County is the 63rd largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 42,760 and has grown 36.8% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.1 years
Female: 44.6 years
Male: 43.9 years
There are 41,877 adults, (12,426 of whom are seniors) in Burnet County.
Female: 26,637 (50.6%)
Male: 26,015 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Burnet County includes 79.3% White, 5.5% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 41,755 | 79.3% |
| Two or more races | 6,584 | 12.5% |
| Other race | 2,896 | 5.5% |
| Black or African American | 656 | 1.25% |
| Asian | 377 | 0.72% |
| Native American | 356 | 0.68% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 28 | 0.05% |
Burnet County 's average per capita income is $46,132. Household income levels show a median of $78,732. The poverty rate stands at 7.96%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $99,327 | - |
| Families | $91,938 | $122,656 |
| Households | $78,732 | $108,846 |
| Non Families | $48,324 | $68,965 |
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