Briar, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Briar, Texas had a total population of 7,228, the 337th largest community in Texas, with a median household income of $104,238, which is 33% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Texas.
Briar Quick Facts
How Briar Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,241 | 7,228 | +37.9% |
| Median household income | $76,455 | $104,238 | +36.3% |
| Median home value¹ | $199,744 | $405,900 | +103.2% |
| Median gross rent | $1,067 | $1,234 | No clear change (+15.6%) |
How Briar Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 88.5%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 8.3%
- Asian: 1.2%
- Other: 1.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 4.9%
- HS Diploma: 32.3%
- Some College: 29.8%
- Associate's: 9.5%
- Bachelor's: 17.1%
- Graduate+: 6.3%
Briar Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Tarrant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth | 963,194 | $79,507 | 13.1% | $303,000 |
| Arlington | 397,742 | $75,171 | 12.9% | $304,700 |
| Flower Mound | 78,389 | $161,235 | 4.3% | $560,200 |
| Mansfield | 77,510 | $121,126 | 5.8% | $410,700 |
| North Richland Hills | 70,780 | $97,305 | 7.2% | $360,700 |
| Euless | 60,421 | $82,167 | 7.8% | $318,800 |
| Burleson | 52,918 | $93,928 | 7.1% | $308,200 |
| Bedford | 49,085 | $83,971 | 7.3% | $350,700 |
| Keller | 45,976 | $174,950 | 3.4% | $594,300 |
| Haltom City | 45,767 | $59,057 | 15.1% | $218,800 |
Cities Similar to Briar
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aubrey | 7,396 | $101,574 | $345,000 | 37.1% | 7.8% |
| Dripping Springs | 7,405 | $109,364 | $635,600 | 67.8% | 2.1% |
| Venus | 6,745 | $106,023 | $270,500 | 25.2% | 9.5% |
| Wolfforth | 6,701 | $106,250 | $260,200 | 36.1% | 5.9% |
| Pecan Plantation | 6,452 | $104,993 | $418,100 | 47.3% | 3.5% |
Population Overview
Briar is a small city located in Texas, within Tarrant County. The total population is 7,228. It ranks as the 337th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Briar is 38.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Briar is $104,238. This is 33% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 29% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $405,900. Housing costs are 43% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 82.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Briar has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.5% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (8.3%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.
Education
23.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Briar, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Briar, Texas?
Briar, Texas has a population of 7,228 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Briar, TX?
The median household income in Briar is $104,238, which is 29% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Briar, TX?
The poverty rate in Briar is 6.9%. This means approximately 496 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Briar, Texas?
Briar's population is 88.5% White, 0.0% Black, 8.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Briar, TX?
The median home value in Briar is $405,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Briar, Texas?
23.4% of adults (25+) in Briar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.