Bryan, TX Census Data
The 48th largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Bryan is the 48th largest city in Texas by population and ranks 67th of 74 for median household income. With 86,169 residents, its poverty rate of 23.2% 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
86,169
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
31.4
7.3 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$56,861
$21,677 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.8%
6.2% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 83.4%
Poverty Rate
23.2%
10.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 17.3%
Broadband Access
94.6%
4.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$210,600
Median rent: $1,150 · 49% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.0%
Labor force participation: 60.8%
Per Capita Income
$35,291
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.3%
Disability rate: 12.1%
How Bryan Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 48th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 67th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 66th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 50th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 50th of 74 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Bryan, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bryan, TX?
The population of Bryan, TX is 86,169 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 31.4 years.
What is the median household income in Bryan?
The median household income in Bryan, TX is $56,861, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,291.
What is the poverty rate in Bryan?
The poverty rate in Bryan, TX is 23.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 17.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Bryan residents have a college degree?
28.8% of adults (25+) in Bryan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 83.4% 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 Bryan?
The median home value in Bryan, TX is $210,600. Median rent is $1,150 per month, with 49% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Bryan?
Bryan's population is 60.6% White, 16.4% Black, 41.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.6% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Bryan rank among Texas cities?
Bryan is the 48th largest city in Texas by population, the 67th highest for median household income, the 66th lowest for poverty rate, the 50th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Bryan?
The unemployment rate in Bryan, TX is 5.0%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.8%. Per capita income is $35,291.
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