Population overview
Anderson County is home to roughly 59,805 people, making up about 0.19% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #14 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 1,071 square miles of land and 59,805 residents yields a density of about 55.8 people per square mile — characteristic of small-town and exurban Texas, where towns are anchored by a county seat surrounded by working farmland and ranches.
How Anderson County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Anderson County sits in the top 25% of the population distribution. It represents the broad middle of Texas — small to mid-sized counties with a clear county seat and a regionally rooted economy.
| Comparison | Population | vs Anderson |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson County | 59,805 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | +9% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -68% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +8336% |
Neighboring county populations
Anderson County shares borders with 5 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson County | Athens | 88,595 | 101.4 |
| Cherokee County | Rusk | 53,337 | 50.7 |
| Houston County | Crockett | 22,316 | 18.1 |
| Freestone County | Fairfield | 20,811 | 23.5 |
| Leon County | Centerville | 16,894 | 15.8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Anderson County, Texas?+
Anderson County has an estimated population of 59,805 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Anderson County?+
Anderson County has a population density of approximately 55.8 people per square mile across its 1,071 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Anderson County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Anderson County ranks #59 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.19% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Anderson County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Anderson, Henderson County is the most populous with about 88,595 residents.
How is Anderson County's population measured?+
Population figures are sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau — the decennial census and annual American Community Survey (ACS) population estimates. See our methodology for full sourcing.