Dallas, TX Census Data
The 3rd largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Dallas is the 3rd largest city in Texas by population and ranks 44th of 74 for median household income. With 1.3M residents, its poverty rate of 17.2% 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
1.3M
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
33.4
5.3 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$67,760
$10,778 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
37.4%
2.4% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 80.8%
Poverty Rate
17.2%
4.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 23.0%
Broadband Access
94.3%
4.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$295,300
Median rent: $1,403 · 42% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
Labor force participation: 65.4%
Per Capita Income
$42,987
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.8%
Disability rate: 11.4%
How Dallas Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 3rd of 74 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 44th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 49th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 31st of 74 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 30th of 74 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Dallas, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dallas, TX?
The population of Dallas, TX is 1.3M according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.4 years.
What is the median household income in Dallas?
The median household income in Dallas, TX is $67,760, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $42,987.
What is the poverty rate in Dallas?
The poverty rate in Dallas, TX is 17.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 23.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Dallas residents have a college degree?
37.4% of adults (25+) in Dallas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 80.8% 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 Dallas?
The median home value in Dallas, TX is $295,300. Median rent is $1,403 per month, with 42% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Dallas?
Dallas's population is 41.9% White, 23.7% Black, 41.9% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.7% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Dallas rank among Texas cities?
Dallas is the 3rd largest city in Texas by population, the 44th highest for median household income, the 49th lowest for poverty rate, the 31st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Dallas?
The unemployment rate in Dallas, TX is 4.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 65.4%. Per capita income is $42,987.
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