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Kirby, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kirby, Texas had a total population of 8,117, the 317th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $55,532, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Kirby Quick Facts

Population 8,117
Median Household Income $55,532
Median Home Value $165,500
Poverty Rate 13.5%
Unemployment Rate 5.1%
Median Age 38.1 years
Homeownership Rate 66.1%
Affordability Ratio 3.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.8%
High School Graduation Rate 71.3%
Diversity Index 57/100
Population 8,117 317th of 1,795
Median Income $55,532 below average
Poverty Rate 13.5% 8% higher than national
Median Home Value $165,500 average

How Kirby Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population8,1008,117+0.2%
Median household income$58,700$55,532-5.4%
Median home value$159,000$165,500+4.1%

How Kirby Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.7%
$25K-$50K 29.6%
$50K-$100K 33.2%
$100K+ 23.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.8%
$10K-$15K
2.5%
$15K-$20K
4.8%
$20K-$25K
2.6%
$25K-$30K
4.4%
$30K-$35K
11.4%
$35K-$40K
2.8%
$40K-$45K
2.8%
$45K-$50K
8.2%
$50K-$60K
11.4%
$60K-$75K
9.7%
$75K-$100K
12.1%
$100K-$125K
5.4%
$125K-$150K
9.7%
$150K-$200K
3.8%
$200K+
4.6%

Employment

5.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
61.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.1%
Renter 33.9%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,182/mo 25.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

57out of 100
High Diversity

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

State average: 67 | National average: 61

Education

Kirby Rankings in Texas

#317 Population of 1,795
#1031 Median Income of 1,546
#977 Education of 1,795
#820 Home Value of 1,542

Other Cities in Bexar County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
San Antonio 1,479,835 $65,056 17.2% $235,700
Schertz 44,050 $99,948 5.2% $317,100
Timberwood Park 35,413 $157,100 6.0% $510,600
Cibolo 35,109 $122,365 4.1% $351,900
Converse 29,607 $94,222 11.6% $248,400
Universal City 20,189 $74,811 8.8% $269,600
Live Oak 15,984 $79,696 5.5% $246,300
Selma 11,503 $97,066 6.2% $313,900
Leon Valley 11,446 $59,481 12.9% $253,200
Fair Oaks Ranch 10,728 $174,327 2.4% $657,600

Cities Similar to Kirby

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Cuero8,165$56,480$176,90015.2%21.7%
Hillsboro8,506$56,083$157,90016.0%20.0%
West Livingston8,199$61,943$153,6009.5%18.8%
Marble Falls7,752$57,925$338,80026.9%15.5%
Los Fresnos8,291$61,938$152,20024.0%34.7%

Population Overview

Kirby is a small city located in Texas, within Bexar County. The total population is 8,117. It ranks as the 317th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Kirby is 38.1 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Kirby is $55,532. This is 29% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $165,500. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 66.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Kirby is Hispanic or Latino, making up 61.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 19.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (19.2%) is well below the state average of 39.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (61.5% vs 39.7%). The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 5.5%.

Education

15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 71.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Kirby, 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 Kirby, Texas?

Kirby, Texas has a population of 8,117 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Kirby, TX?

The median household income in Kirby is $55,532, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Kirby, TX?

The poverty rate in Kirby is 13.5%. This means approximately 1,095 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Kirby, Texas?

Kirby's population is 19.2% White, 11.0% Black, 61.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Kirby, TX?

The median home value in Kirby is $165,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Kirby, Texas?

15.8% of adults (25+) in Kirby hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.