The Korean population in Texas is among the largest within the entire Korean community in the United States.

It is particularly growing steadily around Dallas and Houston, and recently, there has been a noticeable expansion to other cities like Austin and San Antonio.

Thanks to economic opportunities, tax benefits, and well-established infrastructure, it is expected that immigration to Texas will continue to increase.

According to the 2020 U.S. Census, it is estimated that around 150,000 to 200,000 Korean Americans reside throughout Texas. While there are some variations in the data, this places Texas among the top regions in the U.S. for Korean population. The settlement of Koreans is expanding not only in metropolitan areas but also in smaller cities and coastal regions, earning it the reputation of being a 'new center of the Korean community.'

The primary reason Koreans are moving to Texas is economic opportunity. Texas is based on the oil and gas industry, but advanced industries such as semiconductors, IT, aerospace, and biotech are rapidly growing. This has created an environment where professionals and skilled workers can work stably. Additionally, compared to major cities like California and New York, the cost of living and housing prices are lower, and the absence of state income tax reduces the tax burden for self-employed individuals and professionals.

In terms of lifestyle, Texas is very favorable for Korean settlement. In Dallas and Houston, there are already large Korean markets, Korean restaurants, churches, and academies well established, so there is almost no inconvenience from the beginning of the move. Networking through local Korean associations, cultural centers, and churches is also active, fostering a strong sense of community.

Regionally, the Dallas-Fort Worth area is considered the largest concentration of Koreans in Texas. The Korean business sector is well developed, and the educational environment and transportation are good, leading to many families residing there. Houston is a hub for the oil, gas, and healthcare industries, providing abundant job and startup opportunities, attracting many Korean entrepreneurs. Austin is seeing a rapid increase in highly educated Korean professionals due to the concentration of IT and tech companies, and the innovative city atmosphere is highly favored by the younger generation. San Antonio has a smaller Korean population, but due to military-related facilities and a stable living environment, it is known as a place where expatriates and Korean military families reside.

Additionally, Koreans are settling in various small cities across Texas, and many enjoy retirement life in beach towns like Galveston on the Gulf Coast. This trend indicates that Texas is no longer just a temporary immigration destination or business hub, but is establishing itself as a "new hometown that is good to live in" for Koreans.