Houston County's 2026 population is estimated at 22,427, reflecting a 0.52% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Houston County is the 112th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 23,683 and has grown -5.3% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.7 years
Female: 45.6 years
Male: 43 years
There are 17,572 adults, (4,898 of whom are seniors) in Houston County.
Female: 10,160 (46.1%)
Male: 11,891 (53.9%)
The racial composition of Houston County includes 61.27% White, 20.9% Black or African American, 4.32% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,511 | 61.27% |
| Black or African American | 4,609 | 20.9% |
| Two or more races | 2,673 | 12.12% |
| Other race | 953 | 4.32% |
| Native American | 216 | 0.98% |
| Asian | 84 | 0.38% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 5 | 0.02% |
Houston County 's average per capita income is $39,620. Household income levels show a median of $56,531. The poverty rate stands at 15.03%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,218 | - |
| Families | $76,896 | $91,742 |
| Households | $56,531 | $77,793 |
| Non Families | $25,213 | $47,013 |
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