Howard County's 2026 population is estimated at 31,091, reflecting a 0.42% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Howard County is the 94th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 34,983 and has grown -11.13% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.7 years
Female: 36 years
Male: 37.2 years
There are 24,993 adults, (4,322 of whom are seniors) in Howard County.
Female: 14,301 (44.3%)
Male: 17,989 (55.7%)
The racial composition of Howard County includes 64.09% White, 7.88% other race, 5.14% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 20,696 | 64.09% |
| Two or more races | 6,824 | 21.13% |
| Other race | 2,545 | 7.88% |
| Black or African American | 1,660 | 5.14% |
| Asian | 429 | 1.33% |
| Native American | 125 | 0.39% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 11 | 0.03% |
Howard County 's average per capita income is $49,672. Household income levels show a median of $69,649. The poverty rate stands at 13.82%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $109,944 | - |
| Families | $85,870 | $108,343 |
| Households | $69,649 | $90,688 |
| Non Families | $39,022 | $51,959 |
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