Live Oak, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Live Oak, Texas had a total population of 15,984, the 200th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $79,696, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Live Oak Quick Facts
How Live Oak Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,875 | 15,984 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $78,092 | $79,696 | +2.1% |
| Median home value | $227,800 | $246,300 | +8.1% |
How Live Oak Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Live Oak Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Bexar County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home 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 |
| 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 |
| Scenic Oaks | 10,569 | $174,962 | 7.8% | $563,100 |
Cities Similar to Live Oak
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hewitt | 16,432 | $83,511 | $273,300 | 36.5% | 4.8% |
| Canyon | 15,723 | $69,772 | $240,300 | 44.7% | 13.1% |
| Taylor | 17,136 | $75,508 | $285,800 | 20.4% | 7.7% |
| Groves | 16,976 | $73,710 | $163,600 | 14.9% | 8.0% |
| Addison | 17,290 | $73,854 | $482,000 | 63.8% | 7.6% |
Population Overview
Live Oak is a small city located in Texas, within Bexar County. The total population is 15,984. It ranks as the 200th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Live Oak is 35.7 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Live Oak is $79,696. This is 2% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 1% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.5%. This is 60% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $246,300. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 57.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Live Oak is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 33.4%.
Education
32.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 95.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Live Oak, 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 Live Oak, Texas?
Live Oak, Texas has a population of 15,984 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Live Oak, TX?
The median household income in Live Oak is $79,696, which is 1% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Live Oak, TX?
The poverty rate in Live Oak is 5.5%. This means approximately 883 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Live Oak, Texas?
Live Oak's population is 33.4% White, 17.4% Black, 40.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Live Oak, TX?
The median home value in Live Oak is $246,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Live Oak, Texas?
32.1% of adults (25+) in Live Oak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.