Population overview
Cochran County is home to roughly 2,546 people, making up about 0.01% of the total population of Texas. Within the West Texas region, it ranks #42 of 51 counties by population. The combination of 775 square miles of land and 2,546 residents yields a density of about 3.3 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Cochran County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Cochran County sits in the bottom 25% of the population distribution. It belongs to the smaller end of Texas counties by population — typical of West Texas, the Panhandle, and the Trans-Pecos.
| Comparison | Population | vs Cochran |
|---|---|---|
| Cochran County | 2,546 | — |
| West Texas region average | 43,626 | +1614% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +643% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +198055% |
Neighboring county populations
Cochran 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hockley County | Levelland | 21,600 | 23.8 |
| Yoakum County | Plains | 7,438 | 9.3 |
| Bailey County | Muleshoe | 6,963 | 8.4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Cochran County, Texas?+
Cochran County has an estimated population of 2,546 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Cochran County?+
Cochran County has a population density of approximately 3.3 people per square mile across its 775 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Cochran County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Cochran County ranks #228 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.01% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Cochran County?+
Among the 3 counties bordering Cochran, Hockley County is the most populous with about 21,600 residents.
How is Cochran 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.