Runnels County's 2026 population is estimated at 9,435, reflecting a -1.65% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Runnels County is the 170th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 10,510 and has grown -10.23% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.1 years
Female: 41.6 years
Male: 42.3 years
There are 7,557 adults, (2,113 of whom are seniors) in Runnels County.
Female: 4,863 (49.3%)
Male: 5,011 (50.7%)
The racial composition of Runnels County includes 64.41% White, 6.43% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,360 | 64.41% |
| Two or more races | 2,555 | 25.88% |
| Other race | 635 | 6.43% |
| Black or African American | 290 | 2.94% |
| Native American | 23 | 0.23% |
| Asian | 11 | 0.11% |
Runnels County 's average per capita income is $39,383. Household income levels show a median of $62,632. The poverty rate stands at 10.98%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,132 | - |
| Families | $70,110 | $94,154 |
| Households | $62,632 | $79,078 |
| Non Families | $36,164 | $44,222 |
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