Zapata County's 2026 population is estimated at 13,893, reflecting a 0.27% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Zapata County is the 146th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 14,086 and has grown -1.37% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 32.3 years
Female: 34.1 years
Male: 29.6 years
There are 9,462 adults, (1,950 of whom are seniors) in Zapata County.
Female: 6,988 (50.5%)
Male: 6,853 (49.5%)
The racial composition of Zapata County includes 21.13% White, 7.69% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Two or more races | 9,749 | 70.44% |
| White | 2,924 | 21.13% |
| Other race | 1,064 | 7.69% |
| Asian | 84 | 0.61% |
| Black or African American | 20 | 0.14% |
Zapata County 's average per capita income is $25,637. Household income levels show a median of $39,239. The poverty rate stands at 38.39%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $60,769 | - |
| Families | $41,504 | $60,405 |
| Households | $39,239 | $55,372 |
| Non Families | $17,209 | $31,633 |
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