Texas State Data

Connect with Your State Leaders in Texas

Meet the key players in Texas's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Texas.

Key executive branch officials

  • GovernorGreg Abbott (R) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
  • Secretary of StateJane Nelson (R) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.

Key legislative branch officials

  • Speaker of the HouseDustin Burrows (R) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.

2020 Census Data Shown

Key statewide indicators for Texas from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.

Updated: 2025-09-25

Population in Texas (2020): 29.6 million residents

What is the total population of Texas?

Texas has 29.6 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.

Total Population

Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.

Median age in Texas: 35.5 years

What is the median age in Texas?

The median age in Texas is 35.5 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.

Median Age

Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.

Median household income in Texas: $76,292

What is the median household income in Texas?

The median household income in Texas is $76,292. See how income varies by district on district demographics.

Median Household Income

Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).

Education in Texas: HS or higher 11.9%; bachelor's or higher 33.1%

What share of adults in Texas have a high school or bachelor's degree?

In Texas, 11.9% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 33.1% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Education Levels

Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.

Poverty and uninsured in Texas: poverty 13.8%; uninsured 17.4%

What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Texas?

In Texas, the poverty rate is 13.8% and the uninsured rate is 17.4%.

Poverty & Uninsured

Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.

Broadband in Texas: 10,747,240 subscriptions

How many households in Texas have broadband?

In Texas, broadband access is 10,747,240 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

Broadband

Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

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