Ellis County's 2026 population is estimated at 250,513, reflecting a 3.75% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ellis County is the 25th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 150,408 and has grown 66.56% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.3 years
Female: 37 years
Male: 35.4 years
There are 156,990 adults, (27,788 of whom are seniors) in Ellis County.
Female: 107,640 (50.5%)
Male: 105,520 (49.5%)
The racial composition of Ellis County includes 59.56% White, 14.53% Black or African American, 9.19% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 126,957 | 59.56% |
| Two or more races | 32,330 | 15.17% |
| Black or African American | 30,976 | 14.53% |
| Other race | 19,591 | 9.19% |
| Asian | 1,820 | 0.85% |
| Native American | 1,111 | 0.52% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 375 | 0.18% |
Ellis County 's average per capita income is $57,100. Household income levels show a median of $99,595. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $125,446 | $144,175 |
| Families | $110,734 | $128,845 |
| Households | $99,595 | $117,930 |
| Non Families | $53,479 | $69,509 |
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