Population overview
Camp County is home to roughly 13,380 people, making up about 0.04% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #36 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 198 square miles of land and 13,380 residents yields a density of about 67.6 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 Camp County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Camp County sits in the lower 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 Camp |
|---|---|---|
| Camp County | 13,380 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | +386% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +41% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +37606% |
Neighboring county populations
Camp 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood County | Quitman | 49,688 | 76.4 |
| Upshur County | Gilmer | 44,410 | 75.5 |
| Titus County | Mount Pleasant | 31,563 | 76.8 |
| Morris County | Daingerfield | 12,133 | 47.8 |
| Franklin County | Mount Vernon | 10,994 | 38.4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Camp County, Texas?+
Camp County has an estimated population of 13,380 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Camp County?+
Camp County has a population density of approximately 67.6 people per square mile across its 198 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Camp County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Camp County ranks #149 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.04% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Camp County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Camp, Wood County is the most populous with about 49,688 residents.
How is Camp 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.