Population overview
Burleson County is home to roughly 20,549 people, making up about 0.06% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #39 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 666 square miles of land and 20,549 residents yields a density of about 30.9 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 Burleson County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Burleson 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 Burleson |
|---|---|---|
| Burleson County | 20,549 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | +294% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -8% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +24451% |
Neighboring county populations
Burleson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazos County | Bryan | 249,088 | 425.1 |
| Washington County | Brenham | 38,288 | 62.9 |
| Milam County | Cameron | 26,258 | 25.8 |
| Lee County | Giddings | 18,729 | 29.8 |
| Robertson County | Franklin | 17,839 | 20.9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Burleson County, Texas?+
Burleson County has an estimated population of 20,549 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Burleson County?+
Burleson County has a population density of approximately 30.9 people per square mile across its 666 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Burleson County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Burleson County ranks #120 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.06% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Burleson County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Burleson, Brazos County is the most populous with about 249,088 residents.
How is Burleson 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.