Tyler, TX Census Data
The 38th largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Tyler is the 38th largest city in Texas by population and ranks 46th of 74 for median household income. With 107,718 residents, its poverty rate of 12.8% 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
107,718
48.1% male · 51.9% female
Median Age
35.5
3.2 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$65,527
$13,011 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
30.7%
4.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 87.9%
Poverty Rate
12.8%
0.4% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 17.8%
Broadband Access
96.2%
6.5% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$216,400
Median rent: $1,199 · 55% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
Labor force participation: 60.2%
Per Capita Income
$35,534
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.9%
Disability rate: 12.4%
How Tyler Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 38th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 46th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 40th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 44th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 49th of 74 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Tyler, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Tyler, TX?
The population of Tyler, TX is 107,718 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.5 years.
What is the median household income in Tyler?
The median household income in Tyler, TX is $65,527, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,534.
What is the poverty rate in Tyler?
The poverty rate in Tyler, TX is 12.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 17.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Tyler residents have a college degree?
30.7% of adults (25+) in Tyler hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.9% 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 Tyler?
The median home value in Tyler, TX is $216,400. Median rent is $1,199 per month, with 55% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Tyler?
Tyler's population is 60.2% White, 23.4% Black, 23.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.5% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Tyler rank among Texas cities?
Tyler is the 38th largest city in Texas by population, the 46th highest for median household income, the 40th lowest for poverty rate, the 44th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Tyler?
The unemployment rate in Tyler, TX is 4.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.2%. Per capita income is $35,534.
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