Webster, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Webster, Texas had a total population of 12,366, the 235th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $61,264, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
Webster Quick Facts
How Webster 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 | 11,222 | 12,366 | +10.2% |
| Median household income | $68,301 | $61,264 | No clear change (-10.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $229,404 | $281,400 | No clear change (+22.7%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,392 | $1,393 | No clear change (+0.1%) |
How Webster 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: 44.9%
- Black: 16.9%
- Hispanic: 27.4%
- Asian: 7.1%
- Other: 0.1%
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: 6.7%
- HS Diploma: 19.1%
- Some College: 28.7%
- Associate's: 7.6%
- Bachelor's: 25.1%
- Graduate+: 12.8%
Webster Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Harris County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 2,328,253 | $64,813 | 19.9% | $277,800 |
| Pasadena | 149,433 | $64,927 | 18.9% | $209,600 |
| Pearland | 127,514 | $118,842 | 4.1% | $356,300 |
| The Woodlands | 121,002 | $140,701 | 5.5% | $511,700 |
| League City | 116,215 | $121,099 | 5.4% | $360,000 |
| Atascocita | 99,354 | $118,226 | 7.4% | $307,400 |
| Baytown | 85,205 | $59,910 | 18.2% | $197,300 |
| Missouri City | 76,558 | $94,390 | 7.1% | $311,400 |
| Spring | 68,580 | $88,997 | 10.4% | $231,500 |
| Channelview | 43,605 | $64,422 | 20.3% | $195,900 |
Cities Similar to Webster
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borger | 12,226 | $61,583 | $103,400 | 17.3% | 14.9% |
| Levelland | 12,466 | $58,000 | $140,400 | 16.3% | 15.5% |
| El Campo | 12,202 | $67,017 | $201,400 | 17.6% | 21.0% |
| Henderson | 13,385 | $61,285 | $173,700 | 21.5% | 14.9% |
| Leon Valley | 11,446 | $59,481 | $253,200 | 31.5% | 12.9% |
Population Overview
Webster is a small city located in Texas, within Harris County. The total population is 12,366. It ranks as the 235th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Webster is 33.3 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Webster is $61,264. This is 22% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $281,400. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 22.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 64% lower than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Webster is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 27.4%.
Education
37.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% 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 93.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Webster, 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 Webster, Texas?
Webster, Texas has a population of 12,366 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Webster, TX?
The median household income in Webster is $61,264, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Webster, TX?
The poverty rate in Webster is 13.7%. This means approximately 1,623 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Webster, Texas?
Webster's population is 44.9% White, 16.9% Black, 27.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Webster, TX?
The median home value in Webster is $281,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Webster, Texas?
37.9% of adults (25+) in Webster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.