Population overview
Calhoun County is home to roughly 19,599 people, making up about 0.06% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #43 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 512 square miles of land and 19,599 residents yields a density of about 38.3 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 Calhoun County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Calhoun 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 Calhoun |
|---|---|---|
| Calhoun County | 19,599 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | +313% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -3% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +25641% |
Neighboring county populations
Calhoun 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria County | Victoria | 92,656 | 104.9 |
| Matagorda County | Bay City | 36,463 | 32.7 |
| Aransas County | Rockport | 26,146 | 103.8 |
| Jackson County | Edna | 15,393 | 18.5 |
| Refugio County | Refugio | 6,657 | 8.6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Calhoun County, Texas?+
Calhoun County has an estimated population of 19,599 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Calhoun County?+
Calhoun County has a population density of approximately 38.3 people per square mile across its 512 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Calhoun County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Calhoun County ranks #126 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 Calhoun County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Calhoun, Victoria County is the most populous with about 92,656 residents.
How is Calhoun 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.