Population overview
Bexar County is home to roughly 2,160,088 people, making up about 6.81% of the total population of Texas. Within the South Texas region, it ranks #1 of 26 counties by population. The combination of 1,247 square miles of land and 2,160,088 residents yields a density of about 1732.2 people per square mile — a clearly metropolitan figure that signals concentrated urban development and dense infrastructure.
How Bexar County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Bexar County sits in the top 10% of the population distribution. It is one of the top-tier urban counties driving Texas's overall growth and economy.
| Comparison | Population | vs Bexar |
|---|---|---|
| Bexar County | 2,160,088 | — |
| South Texas region average | 157,697 | -93% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -99% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +134% |
Neighboring county populations
Bexar County shares borders with 7 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comal County | New Braunfels | 209,166 | 372.2 |
| Guadalupe County | Seguin | 201,111 | 282.9 |
| Medina County | Hondo | 56,881 | 42.8 |
| Wilson County | Floresville | 56,139 | 69.6 |
| Atascosa County | Jourdanton | 53,590 | 43.5 |
| Kendall County | Boerne | 53,289 | 80.5 |
| Bandera County | Bandera | 22,876 | 28.9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Bexar County, Texas?+
Bexar County has an estimated population of 2,160,088 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Bexar County?+
Bexar County has a population density of approximately 1732.2 people per square mile across its 1,247 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a highly urbanized county.
Where does Bexar County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Bexar County ranks #4 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 6.81% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Bexar County?+
Among the 7 counties bordering Bexar, Comal County is the most populous with about 209,166 residents.
How is Bexar 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.