Ward County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,166, reflecting a 0.58% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ward County is the 160th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 10,595 and has grown 5.39% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 34.5 years
Female: 34.6 years
Male: 34.3 years
There are 7,889 adults, (1,510 of whom are seniors) in Ward County.
Female: 5,411 (48.6%)
Male: 5,733 (51.4%)
The racial composition of Ward County includes 60.27% White, 17.49% other race, 6.59% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,717 | 60.27% |
| Other race | 1,949 | 17.49% |
| Two or more races | 1,555 | 13.95% |
| Black or African American | 734 | 6.59% |
| Native American | 97 | 0.87% |
| Asian | 92 | 0.83% |
Ward County 's average per capita income is $53,302. Household income levels show a median of $65,952. The poverty rate stands at 14.92%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,375 | - |
| Families | $76,609 | $102,398 |
| Households | $65,952 | $93,784 |
| Non Families | $54,722 | $64,271 |
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