Texas is home to a wide range of ancestral backgrounds. The state's largest ancestry group, Mexican, is more than twice the size of the next-largest reported groups, underscoring its significant influence on Texas' cultural landscape.

Between 2009 and 2024, birth rates fell sharply among younger women and rose among women ages 35–44, but the gains in delayed childbirth did not offset losses, resulting in lower birth rates overall in Texas.

Many older Texans benefit from lower housing expenses. Compared with all Texans, adults 65+ pay 21% less for mortgage-related housing and 18% less in rent. Lower mortgage costs likely reflect longer occupancy and mortgages tied to lower historical home values.

Join us in celebrating World Teachers' Day! The number of Texas educators increased by 22% from 2014 to 2024, while their sex distribution and median earnings changed little. Educators play a vital role in shaping future generations and preparing Texas' workforce for tomorrow.

Hispanic communities remain a defining strength of Texas’ border and South Texas counties. Census Bureau estimates show 88 counties in this region exceed the statewide Hispanic share of 40.9%, including 67 counties where Hispanics make up a majority (50%+) of residents.

Childhood poverty remains a challenge in Texas. With nearly 1 in 6 children living below the poverty line, it can affect education, health, and future earnings. The persistence of poverty among adults and seniors highlights broader economic pressures facing families statewide.

Texas households speak a rich mix of languages. The large share of families speaking Spanish at home reflects the state’s cultural strength and connects people, businesses, and opportunities. Speaking multiple languages is more than cultural richness, it’s an economic advantage.

Labor Day 2026: Private-sector companies lead in creating jobs and employ most workers in Texas, while government workers provide essential public services. We recognize and thank every worker whose dedication strengthens our economy and helps our communities thrive.

Back to school, Texas! K-12 enrollment grew from 5.2M to 5.7M (2014–2024). Nursery and preschool enrollment experienced a pandemic dip in 2021 before rebounding to record highs by 2023-2024. Growth is experienced differently across Texas, but enrollment statewide remains strong.

Texas' uninsured rate changed from 27.6% in 2006 to 19.1% in 2024. In 2024, nearly 1 in 5 Texans lacked health insurance coverage, giving Texas the highest uninsured rate in the nation. This map highlights local variation in coverage across the state.

Texas is aging, and the impact is showing in the state's dependency ratios. While the child dependency ratio declined from 34.2 in 2010 to 30.1 in 2025, the older-adult dependency ratio rose from 15.5 to 22.7, increasing the overall dependency burden on working-age Texans.

Most Texans 65+ live in households, but group quarters living such as nursing homes become more common with age. In 2024, Texans age 85+ were more likely to live in group quarters than those ages 65-74. The demand for senior housing and long-term care will continue to grow in TX.