College Station, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

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High PovertyPoverty rate of 29.2% is well above the state average

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, College Station, Texas had a total population of 124,570, the 31st largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $50,900, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 29.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
56.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Texas.

College Station Quick Facts

Population 124,57090% MOE ±53

Median Household Income $50,90090% MOE ±$2,400

Median Home Value $346,70090% MOE ±$8,530

Poverty Rate 29.2%90% MOE ±1.6 pts

Unemployment Rate 5.1%90% MOE ±0.7 pts

Median Age 22.9 years90% MOE ±0.2 years

Homeownership Rate 35.4%90% MOE ±1.7 pts

Affordability Ratio 6.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 56.5%90% MOE ±2.3 pts

Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 94.4%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 124,570 31st of 1,795

Median Income $50,900 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 29.2% 135% higher than national

Median Home Value $346,700 top 20%

How College Station 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	113,686	124,570	+9.6%
Median household income	$56,391	$50,900	-9.7%
Median home value¹	$297,339	$346,700	+16.6%
Median gross rent	$1,210	$1,194	No clear change (-1.3%)

¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How College Station Compares

Median Household Income

College Station

$50,900

$78,476

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

College Station

$346,700

$283,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 26.9%

$25K-$50K 22.5%

$50K-$100K 22.9%

$100K+ 27.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

12.8%

$10K-$15K

5.6%

$15K-$20K

3.7%

$20K-$25K

4.8%

$25K-$30K

5.4%

$30K-$35K

4.3%

$35K-$40K

5.0%

$40K-$45K

3.7%

$45K-$50K

4.1%

$50K-$60K

5.6%

$60K-$75K

6.5%

$75K-$100K

10.8%

$100K-$125K

6.9%

$125K-$150K

5.6%

$150K-$200K

6.2%

$200K+

9.1%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%

61.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 35.4%

Renter 64.6%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,194/mo 28.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.9%

18-34

52.6%

35-54

17.4%

55-74

10.3%

75+

2.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

College Station Rankings in Texas

#31 Population of 1,795

#1160 Median Income of 1,546

#106 Education of 1,795

#235 Home Value of 1,542

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Other Cities in Brazos County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Bryan	87,939	$59,289	23.1%	$227,800
Navasota	8,542	$51,276	14.2%	$208,100
Lake Bryan	2,165	$77,419	13.2%	$267,100
Kurten	555	$62,375	5.4%	$190,600
Wixon Valley	200	$116,875	4.5%	$275,000

Cities Similar to College Station

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Abilene	128,053	$62,648	$183,700	27.3%	16.1%
Beaumont	113,279	$56,997	$166,400	24.9%	21.2%
Waco	143,570	$54,365	$221,700	28.7%	23.1%
McAllen	145,385	$61,579	$190,400	32.5%	20.0%
Edinburg	104,550	$59,466	$189,600	28.4%	26.0%

Population Overview

College Station is a major urban center located in Texas, within Brazos County. The total population is 124,570. It ranks as the 31st most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in College Station is 22.9 years. This is 36% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in College Station is $50,900. This is 35% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 29.2%. This is 112% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $346,700. Housing costs are 22% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.8x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 35.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in College Station is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (59.4% vs 39.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (18.9%) is well below the state average of 39.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (9.8% vs 5.5%).

Education

56.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places College Station in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 67% higher 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 94.4%. Notably, 28.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for College Station, 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 College Station, Texas?

College Station, Texas has a population of 124,570 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in College Station, TX?

The median household income in College Station is $50,900, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in College Station, TX?

The poverty rate in College Station is 29.2%. This means approximately 31,981 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of College Station, Texas?

College Station's population is 59.4% White, 8.1% Black, 18.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in College Station, TX?

The median home value in College Station is $346,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.8x.

How educated is College Station, Texas?

56.5% of adults (25+) in College Station hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 28.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.