Houston, TX Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Houston | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,510,664 | 30,143,883 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 3736.3 | 112.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.50% | 1.36% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 33.0 | 35.8 | 37.1 |
| Households | 974,457 | 10,745,192 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Houston grew by 8.9% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 2,492,803 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Houston has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Houston | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,753 | $76,510 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.29% | 4.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.6% | 5.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Houston is about 14% lower than in Texas.
Housing
| Metric | Houston | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $275,117 | $248,418 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,314 | $1,338 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 44.8% | 62.6% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Houston is about 17.5 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,314 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM .
| Metric | Houston | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 26.0 | 22.7 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 11.7% | 12.8% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Houston is 26 minutes, longer than the 23 minutes in Texas.
Education & Households
Houston has a education index of C, which means it is somewhat educated.
| Metric | Houston | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 32.3% | 29.3% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.52 | 2.70 | 2.54 |
Health
Houston has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | Houston | Texas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 77.8 | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 20.4% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 17.9% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston, Texas.
What is the population of Houston, Texas?
The population of Houston, Texas is 2,510,664, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Houston, Texas?
The population density of Houston, Texas is 3736.3 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Houston, Texas?
The median household income in Houston, Texas is $65,753, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Houston, Texas?
The median home price in Houston, Texas is $275,117, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Houston, Texas?
The unemployment rate in Houston, Texas is 6.6%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.