Population overview
Comanche County is home to roughly 14,432 people, making up about 0.05% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #53 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 938 square miles of land and 14,432 residents yields a density of about 15.4 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Comanche County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Comanche 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 Comanche |
|---|---|---|
| Comanche County | 14,432 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | +461% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +31% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +34857% |
Neighboring county populations
Comanche 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erath County | Stephenville | 43,911 | 40.4 |
| Brown County | Brownwood | 38,711 | 41.0 |
| Eastland County | Eastland | 18,143 | 19.6 |
| Hamilton County | Hamilton | 8,680 | 10.4 |
| Mills County | Goldthwaite | 4,580 | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Comanche County, Texas?+
Comanche County has an estimated population of 14,432 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Comanche County?+
Comanche County has a population density of approximately 15.4 people per square mile across its 938 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Comanche County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Comanche County ranks #142 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.05% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Comanche County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Comanche, Erath County is the most populous with about 43,911 residents.
How is Comanche 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.