Texas Living Report — July 19, 2026

For anyone considering a move to Texas, the numbers paint a compelling picture—but the reality is more nuanced than a simple checklist of low taxes and wide-open spaces. With a population of roughly 29.2 million, Texas is the second-most populous state, and its growth shows no signs of slowing. The state’s median age of 35.2 reflects a relatively young, working-age population, which helps fuel its dynamic—and often volatile—economy.

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Data: US Census Bureau ACS 2022, BLS. Updated July 19, 2026.

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