Decennial Census 2030 - Making Texas Count

Between 2010 and 2020, Texas added approximately 4 million residents, growing faster than the nation overall. This growth resulted in two additional seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, more than any other state. Since 1970, sustained population growth has helped Texas gain 15 congressional seats, increasing its representation in Congress.

Texas’ population reached an estimated 31.7 million in 2025 (a gain of 2.5 million residents since 2020) and is projected to reach 33.5 million by 2030 (a gain of 4.4 million residents since 2020). As Texas continues to outpace much of the nation in population growth, these trends have important implications for representation, planning, infrastructure, and resource needs. The Texas Demographic Center’s Population Estimates and Projections program will continue to track where and how Texas is growing, providing trusted demographic information to help plan for the state’s future.

Census data guides the distribution of over $2.8 trillion in federal funds for essential services. A 1.92% undercount in Texas will cost the state billions in lost funding throughout the decade.

Businesses drive our fast-growing economy and are the population engine of many of our communities in Texas. These businesses use Census data to understand customer needs and where to locate, creating economic opportunities for our communities.

The 2030 Decennial Census data will serve as the base for nearly all demographic and socioeconomic statistics for the following 10 years. The quality of these data is directly linked to a complete and accurate count in 2030.

The 2030 Census Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) operation is an opportunity provided by the U.S. Census Bureau that allows tribal, state, and local governments to engage with the 2030 Census by reviewing and commenting on the Census (or LUCA) Address List prior to the 2030 Census.