Sealy, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sealy, Texas had a total population of 7,053, the 340th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $56,514, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.4%.
Sealy Quick Facts
How Sealy 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 | 6,450 | 7,053 | +9.3% |
| Median household income | $68,998 | $56,514 | -18.1% |
| Median home value¹ | $192,852 | $261,100 | +35.4% |
| Median gross rent | $1,135 | $1,185 | No clear change (+4.4%) |
How Sealy 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: 38.1%
- Black: 9.8%
- Hispanic: 44.2%
- Asian: 3.4%
- Other: 0.6%
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+)
- < High School: 23.6%
- HS Diploma: 38.0%
- Some College: 20.1%
- Associate's: 5.7%
- Bachelor's: 10.7%
- Graduate+: 2.0%
Sealy Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Austin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellville | 4,221 | $59,583 | 9.1% | $284,400 |
| Wallis | 1,701 | $43,102 | 25.9% | $157,200 |
| San Felipe | 1,334 | $51,875 | 24.7% | $232,700 |
| Brazos Country | 619 | $151,250 | 4.0% | $511,600 |
| Industry | 235 | $61,250 | 3.9% | $294,400 |
| South Frydek | 221 | $115,972 | 11.3% | $382,900 |
| New Ulm | 185 | $59,948 | 12.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sealy
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lacy-Lakeview | 7,274 | $56,924 | $160,600 | 12.6% | 13.1% |
| Kingsland | 7,330 | $57,268 | $230,700 | 20.3% | 16.3% |
| Seminole | 7,184 | $60,390 | $177,000 | 18.4% | 6.5% |
| Silsbee | 6,842 | $59,907 | $148,400 | 18.4% | 20.0% |
| Gonzales | 7,200 | $51,929 | $208,500 | 10.4% | 27.3% |
Population Overview
Sealy is a small city located in Texas, within Austin County. The total population is 7,053. It ranks as the 340th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sealy is 35.4 years. This is about the same as the state median of 35.6 years. 10.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sealy is $56,514. This is 28% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.4%. This is 55% 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 5.4%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $261,100. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sealy is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.1%.
Education
12.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 76.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sealy, 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 Sealy, Texas?
Sealy, Texas has a population of 7,053 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sealy, TX?
The median household income in Sealy is $56,514, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sealy, TX?
The poverty rate in Sealy is 21.4%. This means approximately 1,493 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sealy, Texas?
Sealy's population is 38.1% White, 9.8% Black, 44.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sealy, TX?
The median home value in Sealy is $261,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Sealy, Texas?
12.6% of adults (25+) in Sealy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.