Baytown, TX Census Data
The 49th largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Baytown is the 49th largest city in Texas by population and ranks 57th of 74 for median household income. With 84,538 residents, its poverty rate of 17.7% ranks among the higher rates in Texas. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
84,538
51.4% male · 48.6% female
Median Age
33.9
4.8 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$61,699
$16,839 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
15.0%
20.0% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 78.7%
Poverty Rate
17.7%
5.3% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 25.4%
Broadband Access
95.6%
5.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$187,900
Median rent: $1,217 · 53% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
9.0%
Labor force participation: 58.5%
Per Capita Income
$38,423
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.3%
Disability rate: 12.9%
How Baytown Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 49th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 57th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 55th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 73rd of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 59th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Baytown, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Baytown, TX?
The population of Baytown, TX is 84,538 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.9 years.
What is the median household income in Baytown?
The median household income in Baytown, TX is $61,699, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $38,423.
What is the poverty rate in Baytown?
The poverty rate in Baytown, TX is 17.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 25.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Baytown residents have a college degree?
15.0% of adults (25+) in Baytown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 78.7% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Baytown?
The median home value in Baytown, TX is $187,900. Median rent is $1,217 per month, with 53% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Baytown?
Baytown's population is 45.8% White, 15.8% Black, 50.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Baytown rank among Texas cities?
Baytown is the 49th largest city in Texas by population, the 57th highest for median household income, the 55th lowest for poverty rate, the 73rd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Baytown?
The unemployment rate in Baytown, TX is 9.0%, with a labor force participation rate of 58.5%. Per capita income is $38,423.
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