Texas
Maps & Population Facts
Housing Estimates
Texas is the 2nd most populated state in the US. Texas is the largest state by land area for the exception of Alaska. The state has experienced large population growth since 2010 adding over 3.5 million residents. Texas is largely spread out with highly populated areas in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas and Austin.
The state has a young population in comparison with the rest of the country and ranks 5th for having the highest percentage of residents aged 35 to 49. Texas also has the largest cattle supply in the United States.
Income
Households in the state of Texas earn slightly less money than the national median income, averaging 2% less per household.
Housing
Texas has a median house price of $172,200. The cost of owning a home in Texas is less than most states. The cost of renting in Texas is 2% less than the national average.
| Percent | Ranking | |
|---|---|---|
| Renter Occupied Households | 38% | 6th |
| New Construction (Built after 2000) | 30% | 3rd |
Demographics
The median age in the state is 35. Texas has a population that is younger than in comparison to the US median age.
Texas ranks average for having an educated population. The percent of residents who have a college degree is comparable with other states.
Housing Data
| Texas | USA | |
| Median Property Value | 172,200 | 217,600 |
| Median Mortgage Payment | 1,513 | 1,513 |
| Median Gross Rent | 987 | 1,012 |
| Property Vacancy | 12.0% | 12.6% |
| % Renters | 38% | 36% |
| Residents per Sq. Mi. | 110 | 93 |
| Texas | USA | |
| Median Household Income | 59,206 | 60,336 |
| Median Individual Income | 32,264 | 33,646 |
| Median Income (Full-Time) | 44,803 | 46,881 |
| Median Age | 34.7 | 38.1 |
| Labor Participation | 64.0% | 62.8% |
| Attained College Degree | 29.6% | 32.0% |
Population Density Analysis
Demographics
Most Populated Cities
| 1. | Houston | 3,368,061 |
| 2. | Northeast Dallas | 1,570,282 |
| 3. | Southwest Dallas | 981,931 |
| 4. | Austin | 874,021 |
| 5. | Fort Worth | 869,017 |
Highest Household Income
| 1. | Fulshear-Simonton | 139,204 |
| 2. | Celina | 118,146 |
| 3. | Mertzon North | 115,156 |
| 4. | Southwest Travis | 114,531 |
| 5. | Kamey-Sixmile | 104,089 |
Highest Home Value
| 1. | Northwest Travis | 413,900 |
| 2. | Southwest Travis | 403,200 |
| 3. | Celina | 354,300 |
| 4. | Dripping Springs-Wimberley | 336,100 |
| 5. | Fulshear-Simonton | 328,200 |
Highest Gross Rent
| 1. | Van Horn Rural | 2,026 |
| 2. | Fulshear-Simonton | 1,635 |
| 3. | Port Aransas | 1,593 |
| 4. | Anna | 1,589 |
| 5. | Pilot Point-Aubrey | 1,544 |