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San Jacinto County, Texas
San Jacinto County, Texas. San Jacinto County had 29,488 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 7.6% since 2020, slower than Texas (+8.8%). It holds 6 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 9 census tracts. GEOID 48407.
San Jacinto County is one of the 10 counties of the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
29,488
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 27,402 · ACS 2020-2024: 28,441
Median household income
$65,364
±$6,756 (90% margin)
Texas: $78,476
Median home value
$209,300
±$19,721 (90% margin)
Texas: $283,800
Median gross rent
$1,060
±$83 (90% margin)
Texas: $1,403
How many people live in San Jacinto County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 27,402 residents in San Jacinto County. The Census Bureau estimates 29,488 for July 1, 2025, up 7.6% since 2020, slower than Texas (+8.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 28,441 over 569 square miles of land.
| Measure | San Jacinto County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 28,441 | 30,188,424 | +261 |
| Households | 10,881±437 | 10,992,816 | +838 |
| Average household size | 2.60±0.10 | 2.69 | −0.19 |
| Housing units | 15,011±25 | 12,128,515 | +1,072 |
San Jacinto County's population since 2000
From 22,246 in 2000 to 29,488 in 2025: up 32.6%. 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 San Jacinto County?
San Jacinto County holds 6 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Shepherd with 1,942 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Shepherd | 2,105 | $53,750 |
|---|---|---|
| Coldspring | 819 | $43,851 |
| Cape RoyaleGEOID 4812600 | 657 | $74,830 |
| Point Blank | 643 | $69,583 |
| OakhurstGEOID 4852992 | 148 | not published |
| Cleveland | 7,471 | $54,519 |
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 San Jacinto County?
The median resident of San Jacinto County is 44.0 years old; 21.5% are under 18 and 21.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 68.8%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 19.2%. 8.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | San Jacinto County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.0±0.5 | 35.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.5%±0.1 pts | 25.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 21.6%±0.4 pts | 13.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 19.2% | 39.7% | +6.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 68.8%±0.2 pts | 39.1% | −5.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 8.7%±0.6 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 5.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 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 | 2.9%±0.5 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 8.9%±1.5 pts | 17.6% | +2.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 17.1%±1.5 pts | 35.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.9%±1.4 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 23.6%±2.4 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 17.7%±1.8 pts | 17.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 82.9%±2.2 pts | 86.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.2%±2.6 pts | 33.8% | +5.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.5%±1.7 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.3%±0.3 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 San Jacinto County earn?
Half of San Jacinto County's 10,881 households earn less than $65,364 a year (±$6,756), against $78,476 in Texas. In 2015-2019 the median was $51,214 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $14,150 after inflation. 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | San Jacinto County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $65,364±$6,756 | $78,476 | +$14,150 |
| Mean household income | $82,266±$6,083 | $109,933 | – |
| Per capita income | $30,859±$2,417 | $40,752 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 18.4%±3.0 pts | 13.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 26.2%±7.3 pts | 18.7% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 17.1%±2.5 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.2%±3.8 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 San Jacinto County?
Owners occupy 84.6% of San Jacinto County's occupied homes and renters 15.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $209,300 by its owner (±$19,721). The median renter pays $1,060 a month including utilities, and 24.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | San Jacinto County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $209,300±$19,721 | $283,800 | +$68,878 |
| Median gross rent | $1,060±$83 | $1,403 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 24.7%±8.5 pts | 42.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,677±$134 | $2,106 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 84.6%±2.3 pts | 62.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 15,011±25 | 12,128,515 | +1,072 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.4%±1.3 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 8.9%±5.8 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.6%±3.5 pts | 64.4% | – |
| Mobile homes | 22.8%±2.9 pts | 6.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 3.7%±1.3 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 1.5%±0.8 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 San Jacinto County building?
Builders took permits for 523 new housing units across San Jacinto County in 2025 (519 single-family), 17.7 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 San Jacinto County get to work?
78.6% of San Jacinto County's workers drive alone and 7.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 40.6 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.8%.
| Measure | San Jacinto County | Texas | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 52.3%±2.3 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.8%±1.8 pts | 5.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 78.6%±3.6 pts | 71.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.1%±2.7 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.5 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 0.7%±0.4 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.6%±2.2 pts | 14.4% | +3.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 40.6 min±2.7 | 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 San Jacinto County's census tracts?
San Jacinto County is divided into 9 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $52,188 (Tract 2002.01) to $92,245 (Tract 2001.03).
| Tract 2001.0348407200103 | 3,033±761 | $92,245 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 2001.0448407200104 | 3,306±650 | $59,286 |
| Tract 2001.0548407200105 | 3,953±615 | $68,092 |
| Tract 2001.0648407200106 | 4,915±856 | $65,531 |
| Tract 2001.0748407200107 | 2,953±673 | $85,272 |
| Tract 2002.0148407200201 | 3,539±507 | $52,188 |
| Tract 2002.0248407200202 | 1,368±312 | $70,063 |
| Tract 2003.0148407200301 | 2,835±443 | $60,217 |
| Tract 2003.0248407200302 | 2,539±443 | $56,094 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does San Jacinto County compare with Texas's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 98th of 253 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 57th of 254 |
| Residents per square mile | 77th of 254 |
| Median household income | 125th of 253 |
| Median home value | 73rd of 247 |
| Median gross rent | 76th of 245 |
| Poverty rate | 50th of 240 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 187th of 252 |
| Median age | 55th 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 San Jacinto 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.