Wharton County's 2026 population is estimated at 42,395, reflecting a 0.43% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wharton County is the 80th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 41,280 and has grown 2.7% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.1 years
Female: 40.1 years
Male: 36.1 years
There are 31,172 adults, (7,589 of whom are seniors) in Wharton County.
Female: 20,940 (50.1%)
Male: 20,854 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Wharton County includes 57.45% White, 11.43% Black or African American, 10.8% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24,009 | 57.45% |
| Two or more races | 8,161 | 19.53% |
| Black or African American | 4,779 | 11.43% |
| Other race | 4,514 | 10.8% |
| Asian | 209 | 0.5% |
| Native American | 122 | 0.29% |
Wharton County 's average per capita income is $47,085. Household income levels show a median of $66,924. The poverty rate stands at 13.61%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $98,171 | - |
| Families | $81,119 | $107,911 |
| Households | $66,924 | $95,050 |
| Non Families | $40,955 | $55,685 |
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