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Grayson County, Texas
Grayson County, Texas. Grayson County had 153,613 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 13.3% since 2020, faster than Texas (+8.8%). It holds 20 places (18 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 30 census tracts. GEOID 48181.
Grayson County is the county of the Sherman-Denison, TX metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
153,613
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 135,543 · ACS 2020-2024: 143,337
Median household income
$72,182
±$1,791 (90% margin)
Texas: $78,476
Median home value
$248,400
±$7,917 (90% margin)
Texas: $283,800
Median gross rent
$1,310
±$38 (90% margin)
Texas: $1,403
How many people live in Grayson County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 135,543 residents in Grayson County. The Census Bureau estimates 153,613 for July 1, 2025, up 13.3% since 2020, faster than Texas (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 143,337 over 933 square miles of land.
| Measure | Grayson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 143,337 | 30,188,424 | +12,323 |
| Households | 55,248±772 | 10,992,816 | +6,794 |
| Average household size | 2.55±0.04 | 2.69 | −0.10 |
| Housing units | 62,132±63 | 12,128,515 | +6,161 |
Grayson County's population since 2000
From 110,595 in 2000 to 153,613 in 2025: up 38.9%. 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 Grayson County?
Grayson County holds 20 places: 18 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Sherman with 52,417 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Sherman | 43,645 | $58,859 |
|---|---|---|
| Denison | 24,479 | $67,365 |
| Van Alstyne | 4,369 | $102,469 |
| Whitesboro | 4,074 | $70,134 |
| Howe | 3,571 | $51,108 |
| Pottsboro | 2,488 | $69,439 |
| Preston | 2,101 | $65,069 |
| Gunter | 2,060 | $120,000 |
| Collinsville | 1,866 | $60,417 |
| Whitewright | 1,725 | $57,692 |
| Bells | 1,521 | $92,075 |
| Sherwood ShoresGEOID 4867554 | 1,165 | not published |
| Tioga | 1,142 | $86,250 |
| Southmayd | 978 | $86,250 |
| Tom Bean | 930 | $88,824 |
| Knollwood | 764 | $55,819 |
| SadlerGEOID 4864088 | 336 | $48,750 |
| DorchesterGEOID 4820932 | 69 | $2,500 or less |
| Pilot Point | 4,381 | $97,933 |
| Trenton | 743 | $53,929 |
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 Grayson County?
The median resident of Grayson County is 39.0 years old; 24.0% are under 18 and 18.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 71.1%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 16.3%. 7.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Grayson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39.0±0.3 | 35.6 | −0.9 |
| Under 18 years | 24.0% | 25.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.1%±0.1 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 16.3% | 39.7% | +2.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 71.1%±0.5 pts | 39.1% | −4.3 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 5.1%±0.4 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.5%±0.2 pts | 5.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.9%±0.6 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 7.7%±0.6 pts | 17.6% | +1.4 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 12.4%±0.8 pts | 35.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.4%±0.7 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 13.6%±0.8 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 15.7%±1.3 pts | 17.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 89.9%±0.9 pts | 86.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 23.9%±1.4 pts | 33.8% | +3.5 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.8%±0.8 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±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 Grayson County earn?
Half of Grayson County's 55,248 households earn less than $72,182 a year (±$1,791), against $78,476 in Texas. In 2015-2019 the median was $67,460 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $4,722 after inflation. 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Grayson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $72,182±$1,791 | $78,476 | +$4,722 |
| Mean household income | $98,000±$3,981 | $109,933 | – |
| Per capita income | $38,174±$1,453 | $40,752 | +$3,701 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.2%±1.2 pts | 13.8% | −1.9 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 15.9%±2.9 pts | 18.7% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 8.3%±1.0 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.9%±1.1 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 Grayson County?
Owners occupy 66.8% of Grayson County's occupied homes and renters 33.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $248,400 by its owner (±$7,917). The median renter pays $1,310 a month including utilities, and 44.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Grayson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $248,400±$7,917 | $283,800 | +$79,303 |
| Median gross rent | $1,310±$38 | $1,403 | +$234 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 44.2%±3.5 pts | 42.3% | +8.7 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,830±$58 | $2,106 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 66.8%±1.5 pts | 62.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 62,132±63 | 12,128,515 | +6,161 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.5 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.3%±1.3 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 71.8%±1.5 pts | 64.4% | – |
| Mobile homes | 8.9%±0.9 pts | 6.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 4.4%±0.8 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 6.9%±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 Grayson County building?
Builders took permits for 1,881 new housing units across Grayson County in 2025 (1,175 single-family), 12.2 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 Grayson County get to work?
72.5% of Grayson County's workers drive alone and 12.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 25.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.1%.
| Measure | Grayson County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.5%±0.9 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.1%±0.6 pts | 5.3% | −1.5 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 72.5%±1.7 pts | 71.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.6%±1.3 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 1.5%±0.4 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.6%±1.5 pts | 14.4% | +7.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 25.8 min±1.0 | 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 Grayson County's census tracts?
Grayson County is divided into 30 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $41,818 (Tract 20) to $112,772 (Tract 18.03).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Grayson County compare with Texas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 35th of 253 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 27th of 254 |
| Residents per square mile | 39th of 254 |
| Median household income | 70th of 253 |
| Median home value | 47th of 247 |
| Median gross rent | 28th of 245 |
| Poverty rate | 177th of 240 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 80th of 252 |
| Median age | 134th 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 Grayson 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.