Population overview
Bee County is home to roughly 32,515 people, making up about 0.10% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #25 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 880 square miles of land and 32,515 residents yields a density of about 36.9 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 Bee County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Bee County sits in the upper half 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 Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Bee County | 32,515 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | +149% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -42% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +15416% |
Neighboring county populations
Bee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Patricio County | Sinton | 72,053 | 104.1 |
| Karnes County | Karnes City | 15,018 | 20.0 |
| Live Oak County | George West | 11,929 | 11.5 |
| Goliad County | Goliad | 7,208 | 8.4 |
| Refugio County | Refugio | 6,657 | 8.6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Bee County, Texas?+
Bee County has an estimated population of 32,515 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Bee County?+
Bee County has a population density of approximately 36.9 people per square mile across its 880 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Bee County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Bee County ranks #91 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.10% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Bee County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Bee, San Patricio County is the most populous with about 72,053 residents.
How is Bee 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.