Population overview
Angelina County is home to roughly 88,154 people, making up about 0.28% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #7 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 802 square miles of land and 88,154 residents yields a density of about 109.9 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 Angelina County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Angelina County sits in the top 25% of the population distribution. It belongs to the upper tier of Texas counties — sizable enough to support diverse local services and infrastructure.
| Comparison | Population | vs Angelina |
|---|---|---|
| Angelina County | 88,154 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | -26% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -79% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +5623% |
Neighboring county populations
Angelina County shares borders with 8 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nacogdoches County | Nacogdoches | 66,035 | 69.7 |
| Polk County | Livingston | 53,434 | 50.6 |
| Cherokee County | Rusk | 53,337 | 50.7 |
| Jasper County | Jasper | 33,075 | 35.3 |
| Houston County | Crockett | 22,316 | 18.1 |
| Tyler County | Woodville | 20,443 | 22.1 |
| Trinity County | Groveton | 14,384 | 20.8 |
| San Augustine County | San Augustine | 7,722 | 14.6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Angelina County, Texas?+
Angelina County has an estimated population of 88,154 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Angelina County?+
Angelina County has a population density of approximately 109.9 people per square mile across its 802 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Angelina County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Angelina County ranks #47 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.28% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Angelina County?+
Among the 8 counties bordering Angelina, Nacogdoches County is the most populous with about 66,035 residents.
How is Angelina 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.