Humble city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Humble city, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Humble city, Texas has a total population of 16,489, the 190th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $52,927, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Humble city Quick Facts

Population 16,489

Median Household Income $52,927

Median Home Value $191,200

Poverty Rate 18.1%

Unemployment Rate 6.7%

Median Age 32.7 years

Homeownership Rate 36.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.1%

High School Graduation Rate 81.4%

Diversity Index 60/100

Population 16,489 190th of 1,800

Median Income $52,927 below average

Poverty Rate 18.1% 46% higher national

Median Home Value $191,200 above average

How Humble city Compares

Median Household Income

Humble city

$52,927

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Humble city

$191,200

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.0%

$25K-$50K 23.9%

$50K-$100K 29.7%

$100K+ 23.4%

Employment

6.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

64.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 36.6%

Renter 63.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.6%

18-34

27.8%

35-54

23.9%

55-74

16.9%

75+

4.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Humble city Rankings in Texas

#190 Population of 1,800

#1077 Median Income of 1,800

#1127 Education of 1,800

#595 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Humble city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Pampa city	16,735	$53,458	$95,800	15.5%	17.6%
Mount Pleasant city	16,061	$53,039	$160,500	12.0%	16.9%
South Houston city	16,017	$52,611	$176,100	9.2%	23.5%
Gatesville city	16,058	$54,802	$162,000	8.9%	10.0%
Sulphur Springs city	16,185	$56,457	$188,200	19.1%	15.6%

Population Overview

Humble city is a small city located in Texas. The total population is 16,489. It ranks as the 190th most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Humble city is 32.7 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Humble city is $52,927. This is 31% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 33% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 31% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 31% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $191,200. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $260,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 36.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% lower than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Humble city is Hispanic or Latino, making up 56.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (19.4%) is well below the state average of 39.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (21.1% vs 11.9%). The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

13.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Humble city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Humble city, Texas?

Humble city, Texas has a population of 16,489 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Humble city, TX?

The median household income in Humble city is $52,927, which is 33% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Humble city, TX?

The poverty rate in Humble city is 18.1%. This means approximately 2,946 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Humble city, Texas?

Humble city's population is 19.4% White, 21.1% Black, 56.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Humble city, TX?

The median home value in Humble city is $191,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Humble city, Texas?

13.1% of adults (25+) in Humble city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.