Population overview
Cass County is home to roughly 28,651 people, making up about 0.09% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #27 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 938 square miles of land and 28,651 residents yields a density of about 30.5 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 Cass County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Cass 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 Cass |
|---|---|---|
| Cass County | 28,651 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | +127% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -34% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +17509% |
Neighboring county populations
Cass County shares borders with 3 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie County | New Boston | 92,696 | 104.4 |
| Morris County | Daingerfield | 12,133 | 47.8 |
| Marion County | Jefferson | 9,896 | 26.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Cass County, Texas?+
Cass County has an estimated population of 28,651 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Cass County?+
Cass County has a population density of approximately 30.5 people per square mile across its 938 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Cass County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Cass County ranks #98 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.09% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Cass County?+
Among the 3 counties bordering Cass, Bowie County is the most populous with about 92,696 residents.
How is Cass 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.