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Aransas County, Texas
Aransas County, Texas. Aransas County had 26,146 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 9.7% since 2020, faster than Texas (+8.8%). It holds 6 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 11 census tracts. GEOID 48007.
Aransas County is one of the 3 counties of the Corpus Christi, TX metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
26,146
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 23,830 · ACS 2020-2024: 24,876
Median household income
$69,466
±$8,686 (90% margin)
Texas: $78,476
Median home value
$265,400
±$19,506 (90% margin)
Texas: $283,800
Median gross rent
$1,128
±$67 (90% margin)
Texas: $1,403
How many people live in Aransas County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 23,830 residents in Aransas County. The Census Bureau estimates 26,146 for July 1, 2025, up 9.7% since 2020, faster than Texas (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 24,876 over 252 square miles of land.
| Measure | Aransas County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 24,876 | 30,188,424 | +414 |
| Households | 12,478±428 | 10,992,816 | +2,930 |
| Average household size | 1.97±0.07 | 2.69 | −0.55 |
| Housing units | 15,999±40 | 12,128,515 | −166 |
Aransas County's population since 2000
From 22,497 in 2000 to 26,146 in 2025: up 16.2%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Aransas County?
Aransas County holds 6 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Rockport with 11,348 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Rockport | 10,070 | $72,174 |
|---|---|---|
| Fulton | 1,523 | $56,324 |
| Lamar | 724 | $86,851 |
| Aransas Pass | 7,941 | $63,021 |
| Holiday BeachGEOID 4834478 | 526 | not published |
| Corpus Christi | 317,863 | $67,394 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Aransas County?
The median resident of Aransas County is 49.9 years old; 16.6% are under 18 and 28.4% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 67.2%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 27.1%. 3.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Aransas County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 49.9±0.9 | 35.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 16.6%±0.2 pts | 25.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 28.4%±0.4 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 27.1% | 39.7% | −0.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 67.2%±0.2 pts | 39.1% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.3%±0.7 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.3%±0.5 pts | 5.5% | −0.7 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.5%±1.0 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.5%±1.1 pts | 17.6% | −5.2 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 13.6%±1.8 pts | 35.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.7%±1.5 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 23.0%±2.4 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 12.8%±2.6 pts | 17.1% | −7.2 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.6%±1.6 pts | 86.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 28.8%±3.1 pts | 33.8% | +6.9 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.9%±1.4 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 2.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Aransas County earn?
Half of Aransas County's 12,478 households earn less than $69,466 a year (±$8,686), against $78,476 in Texas. In 2015-2019 the median was $55,550 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $13,916 after inflation. 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Aransas County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $69,466±$8,686 | $78,476 | +$13,916 |
| Mean household income | $97,246±$9,351 | $109,933 | – |
| Per capita income | $46,039±$4,380 | $40,752 | +$8,056 |
| People below the poverty line | 14.2%±2.9 pts | 13.8% | −7.1 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 20.1%±8.4 pts | 18.7% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 8.6%±2.7 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.8%±2.7 pts | 91.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Aransas County?
Owners occupy 76.8% of Aransas County's occupied homes and renters 23.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $265,400 by its owner (±$19,506). The median renter pays $1,128 a month including utilities, and 41.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Aransas County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $265,400±$19,506 | $283,800 | +$72,427 |
| Median gross rent | $1,128±$67 | $1,403 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 41.2%±13.3 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,833±$170 | $2,106 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 76.8%±3.6 pts | 62.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 15,999±40 | 12,128,515 | −166 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.9%±2.1 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 68.5%±3.3 pts | 64.4% | – |
| Mobile homes | 13.7%±2.6 pts | 6.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 6.3%±1.9 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 1.8%±0.9 pts | 3.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Aransas County building?
Builders took permits for 188 new housing units across Aransas County in 2025 (188 single-family), 7.2 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Aransas County get to work?
67.4% of Aransas County's workers drive alone and 15.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.1%.
| Measure | Aransas County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 50.4%±2.9 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1%±1.6 pts | 5.3% | −3.4 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 67.4%±7.0 pts | 71.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 14.8%±4.3 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 0.7%±0.4 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 15.4%±4.7 pts | 14.4% | +6.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.0 min±3.2 | 26.7 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Aransas County's census tracts?
Aransas County is divided into 11 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $48,435 (Tract 9504) to $97,813 (Tract 9503.02).
| Tract 9501.0148007950101 | 1,629±377 | $75,833 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9501.0248007950102 | 2,789±412 | $74,250 |
| Tract 9501.0348007950103 | 1,126±304 | $88,992 |
| Tract 950248007950200 | 1,073±286 | $82,143 |
| Tract 9503.0148007950301 | 4,072±458 | $80,599 |
| Tract 9503.0248007950302 | 3,224±474 | $97,813 |
| Tract 950448007950400 | 2,988±474 | $48,435 |
| Tract 9505.0148007950501 | 2,141±367 | $54,496 |
| Tract 9505.0248007950502 | 2,678±512 | $52,083 |
| Tract 9505.0348007950503 | 3,156±580 | $83,794 |
| Tract 990048007990000 | 0±15 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Aransas County compare with Texas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 103rd of 253 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 43rd of 254 |
| Residents per square mile | 49th of 254 |
| Median household income | 90th of 253 |
| Median home value | 42nd of 247 |
| Median gross rent | 54th of 245 |
| Poverty rate | 128th of 240 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 42nd of 252 |
| Median age | 19th of 254 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Aransas County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.