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The Texas Demographic Center produces, interprets, and distributes demographic information for Texas.

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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Hispanic communities remain a defining strength of Texas’ border and South Texas counties. Census Bureau estimates show 88 counties in this region exceed the statewide Hispanic share of 40.9%, including 67 counties where Hispanics make up a majority (50%+) of residents.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Texas households speak a rich mix of languages. The large share of families speaking Spanish at home reflects the state’s cultural strength and connects people, businesses, and opportunities. Speaking multiple languages is more than cultural richness, it’s an economic advantage.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Labor Day 2026: Private-sector companies lead in creating jobs and employ most workers in Texas, while government workers provide essential public services. We recognize and thank every worker whose dedication strengthens our economy and helps our communities thrive.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Texas is aging, and the impact is showing in the state's dependency ratios. While the child dependency ratio declined from 34.2 in 2010 to 30.1 in 2025, the older-adult dependency ratio rose from 15.5 to 22.7, increasing the overall dependency burden on working-age Texans.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Most Texans 65+ live in households, but group quarters living such as nursing homes become more common with age. In 2024, Texans age 85+ were more likely to live in group quarters than those ages 65-74. The demand for senior housing and long-term care will continue to grow in Texas.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
August starts the back-to-school season! In 2023, Texas had more than 5,000 back-to-school related establishments, supporting over $2.7 billion in annual payroll. These businesses and their workers play a vital role as families and students prepare for the upcoming school year.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
In 2024, 85.2% of Texans age 65 and older received Social Security income, making it the most widely used source of financial support in retirement. While job earnings and retirement income averages more per recipient, only about 40-50% of older Texans receive them.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
In 2024, Texas ranked among the nation’s top agricultural exporters, with beef and veal leading all Texas commodity exports at $1.27M. The largest exporters of animal products were Iowa (the largest pork producer), Texas, California, and Nebraska (one of the top beef exporters).
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Texas homeowners are increasingly facing higher housing costs. Between 2021 and 2024, the share of homeowners paying less than $2,500 per month declined, while the share paying $3,000 or more rose from 20.2% to 27.0%, even after adjusting for inflation.
 Infographic titled “The Growing Cost of Homeownership in Texas” showing a bar chart comparing monthly homeownership costs in 2021 and 2024. The share of households paying $3,000 or more per month increased from 20.2% to 27.0%, while lower-cost categories declined or remained flat, indicating rising housing costs.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Texas was the second‑youngest state in the nation in 2025. The median age in Texas was 36.0, nine years younger than the oldest state in the nation, and well below the U.S. median of 39.4. Texas’ younger population helps shape the state’s economy, workforce, and long-term growth patterns.
Infographic stating “Texas was the second youngest state in the nation in 2025.” A table titled “Youngest to Oldest: Median Age by State (2025)” shows rankings: Utah is #1 with a median age of 32.6, Texas is #2 with 36.0, North Dakota is #3 with 36.5, and Maine is #50 with 44.9. Below, a U.S. map highlights Texas in orange, with most other states in gray. Source listed as U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 Population Estimates, created by the Texas Demographic Center.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
This Father’s Day, we celebrate the growing presence of fathers in Texas households. Between 2014 and 2024, the number of households increased from 3.0M to 3.4M, while the share with father figures, including married-couple and single male-headed households, rose from 75% to 77%.
Infographic comparing Texas households with children under 18 in 2014 and 2024, showing growth from about 3.0 million to 3.4 million and slight shifts in household types, with married couples still making up the majority.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Explore our new storymap👉 lnkd.in/gifsSzCw This Story Map shows the TDC’s 2024 population projections for the state and counties, detailing residential populations by age, sex, and race/ethnicity from 2020 to 2060 under three migration scenarios, with maps highlighting the mid-migration scenario.
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Visualizing the Future of Texas
Vintage 2024 Population Projections
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
⭐We’re going LIVE today at 1:15pm (CDT)! Join our plenary session and hear from regional leaders as they explore how growth is shaping our communities and what it means for the future. 🔴Tune in: www.youtube.com/live/InVdsLA...
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Plenary Session: Understanding Growth in Central Texas: Data, Trends, and Local Perspectives
YouTube video by Texas Demographic Center
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Join our plenary session and hear from regional leaders as they explore how growth is shaping our communities and what it means for the future. Don’t miss this insightful conversation! ✅Register to attend in person: demographics.texas.gov/Conference 🎥Can’t make it? Watch live on YouTube
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Population growth remains strong across Texas. Fort Worth added 19,512 residents, with San Antonio (14,359) and Celina (12,710) close behind. Several other cities, including Houston and Fulshear, also saw gains above 11,000, reflecting broad-based growth statewide.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Texas continues to dominate growth. The five fastest-growing U.S. cities are all in Texas, with Celina growing 24.6%, Fulshear 21.0%, and Princeton 18.1%—highlighting rapid expansion across smaller communities.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Join Dr. Jacqueline Angel as she unpacks how aging, dementia, and caregiver shortages are reshaping the future of care and what we can do about it. Don’t miss this important conversation at the Texas Demographic Conference. Register today! 👉 demographics.texas.gov/Conference/
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Small Business Week celebrates U.S. entrepreneurs and small business owners. In 2023, 442K Texas firms had fewer than 500 employees, up from 432K in 2022. A majority (86%) of these firms have fewer than 20 employees—showcasing how small businesses power the state’s economy.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
As Texas’s population continues to age, labor force participation among older adults has risen since 2010, reaching higher levels for both the 65–74 and 75+ age groups by 2024.
 Line chart showing labor force participation rates among Texans ages 65 to 74 and ages 75 and older from 2010 to 2024, with participation steadily increasing for both groups and remaining consistently higher for ages 65–74 than for ages 75 and older.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Join us May 20–21, 2026, at the Texas Demographic Conference in Austin to explore key demographic trends and connect with experts. Register here👉https://demographics.texas.gov/Conference/
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
From July 2024 to July 2025, Texas saw its lowest level of domestic migration in more than a decade. The suburban and exurban edges of the Texas metropolitan triangle experienced the strongest net in‑migration, while central‑city counties and West Texas saw net out‑migration.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Between 2024 and 2025, 120 Texas counties experienced more births than deaths, a pattern concentrated largely in metropolitan areas and the Permian Basin counties. In contrast, 134 counties experienced natural population decline, with most located in rural areas.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Large Texas metro and border counties are key destinations for international migrants. From July 2024 to July 2025, gateways like Harris and Dallas saw net international migration nearly halve from 2023–24. Many border counties saw even steeper drops after earlier surges.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Latest data from Census Bureau show that Texas is still growing, but slower than in previous years. A majority of counties (58%) experienced population growth within the TX triangle, while 108 counties (42%) concentrated in west and south TX lost population in the past year.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Five of the nation’s top 10 counties for numeric growth are right here in Texas. Harris County leads the state, adding more than 48,000 new residents from 2024 to 2025.Texas continues to be one of the country’s most sought after places to call home.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Irish-American Heritage Month, established in 1991, is celebrated each March alongside St. Patrick’s Day. The graphic highlights the top seven Texas counties with the largest Irish populations and their national rankings; Harris County ranks ninth in the U.S.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Women in Texas own 23% of all employer firms, generate $193.9B in revenue, and employ over 1M people. In addition to the top 5 industries, others include manufacturing, administrative, and accommodation services. Their entrepreneurial spirit contributes to the Texas economy every day.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Average commute times in Texas rose before the pandemic, dipped after, and are climbing again. Houston and Fort Worth still have the longest one‑way trips, while Austin and San Antonio remain the shortest. By 2024, most major cities are back to (or above) pre‑pandemic levels.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
February is Black History Month. In Texas, Non-Hispanic Black women ages 15–50 consistently contribute to total births. Both the number and share reporting a birth in the past 12 months rose steadily between 2010-2021 but has shifted to a more variable pattern after 2021.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Latest U.S. Census Bureau Data: Around 550K domestic migrants moved to Texas in 2024, while 480K left for other states. Texas saw the largest net inflows of migrants from California, New York, and New Jersey and net outflows to Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Colorado.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Between 2024–2025, Texas added about 1,072 residents per day, down from 1,500–1,600 in 2021–2024. Reduced international and domestic migration drove the decline, while natural increase made up 40% of growth, up from about 25% since 2020.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
New Census Bureau data shows Texas’ population reached 31.7 million in July 2025 — a 1.2% increase from 2024 to 2025, more than 2X the 0.5% national growth rate. Though growth slowed compared to recent years, TX still led the nation in numeric gains, adding over 391K residents.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
The poverty rate in Texas has declined, reflecting a mix of economic, demographic, and policy factors. Children and working-age adults experienced notable declines in poverty. Yet, the uptick among older Texans is concerning, particularly with the state’s growing 65+ population.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Texans are spending more time getting to work. From 2014-2024, the share of workers with commutes under 25 minutes declined, while longer trips became more common across the state. Addressing commuting times can improve the economy and the quality of life for Texans everywhere.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
All states have experienced shrinking college enrollment, except for Alabama, Idaho, TX, and Utah. This trend, described as the “demographic cliff”, is driven by lower birth rates. Migration, birth rates, and the economy will determine higher education enrollment in the future.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
HOA and condominium fees are an added expense for some Texas homeowners. In 2024, 34% of Texas homeowners paid HOA or condo fees, with a median fee of $76/month statewide. Fees vary across the state, making them an important factor to consider when buying a home in Texas.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
This month, we celebrate the legacy, diversity and richness of the American Indian and Alaska Native peoples in Texas. Their diverse cultures, stewardship of the environment, and commitment to community remind us of the importance of honoring heritage.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Texas had a median age of 35.6 in 2020, younger than the nation. By 2060, it is projected to rise to 43.0–44.2. Under the higher migration scenario, the median age trends lower since migrants to Texas are, on average, younger.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
From 2014 to 2024, the U.S. veteran share of the total population fell from 6.0% to 4.6%; Texas saw a similar drop from 5.6% to 4.5%. Yet in 2024, Texas topped the nation with 1.42M veterans. We honor their service and are proud to be home to the largest veteran population.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Texas is young but aging—13.5% of its population was 65+ in 2020, but by 2060, that’ll jump to 21.7%, making it “super-aged.” Counties in the TX Triangle and Permian Basin are among the youngest, but nearly all TX counties will be super-aged, with more than 20% of population 65+.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Our Vintage 2024 population projections show continued growth in major metro areas, while rural and selected border counties experience moderate growth or declining population. With migration as a major driver, TDC will monitor and highlight these patterns in future projections.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
New TDC Vintage 2024 projections show Texas will continue to age in the next few decades. The 65+ group will grow fastest. Growth among those under18 will slow and begin to decline. The working-age population will grow and maintain a stable share of the total population.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Texas’ Hispanic population reached 12.8 M in 2024 and nearly 80% are of Mexican origin. Hispanics have contributed to the state’s economic growth, and their stories strengthen our shared future with cultural connections, traditions and innovation.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
The Texas Demographic Center just released updated county-level population projections (2020–2060) by age, sex & race/ethnicity under multiple migration scenarios. Join our webinar on Oct 22 to learn about the methodology & more. 👉 bit.ly/4oXJHTW
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
The proportion of the Texas Hispanic population aged 25 years or older with an Associate’s Degree or higher grew throughout the last decade, from 18.3% in 2014 to 26.7% in 2024. In 2024, higher education enrollment for Hispanic students totaled over 760,000.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
From 2014 to 2024, Texas saw its school-age population (ages 5–17) grow from 5.2M to 5.7M. While private school enrollment and homeschooling rose from 7.1% to 9.9%, public schools still serve the majority of Texas students.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 25/08/2025
Dependency ratios measure the size of the dependent population (children and seniors) relative to the working age. The state dependency ratio increased from 2010 to 2024, a change driven by the faster growth of the older age population compared to the working age population.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
Individual proprietorships make up a majority (97.5%) of nonemployers in TX. Couriers and messengers had the largest increase since 2018, likely due to higher demand for delivery services since COVID-19. The top 5 gig industries in TX contributed $9.8 billion in revenue in 2023.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
Dependency ratios compare the size of the dependent population (ages 0-14 & 65+) to the working population (ages 15-64). In 2024, Texas had a dependency ratio of 51.6, meaning 51.6 dependents for every 100 workers. Ratios vary statewide, with the largest in counties west of I-35.
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Texas Demographic Center @texasdemography.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
August 8 is Digital Nomad Day, celebrating remote workers. In Texas, the percentage of people working from home almost tripled from 5.7% in 2019 (pre-pandemic) to 16.3% in 2021 (pandemic) and dropped to 13.7% in 2023 (post-pandemic) as people began returning to work onsite.
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