Population overview
Coryell County is home to roughly 85,592 people, making up about 0.27% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #14 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 1,052 square miles of land and 85,592 residents yields a density of about 81.4 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 Coryell County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Coryell County sits in the top 25% of the population distribution. It belongs to the upper tier of Texas counties — sizable enough to support diverse local services and infrastructure.
| Comparison | Population | vs Coryell |
|---|---|---|
| Coryell County | 85,592 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | -5% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -78% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +5794% |
Neighboring county populations
Coryell 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell County | Belton | 402,248 | 379.8 |
| McLennan County | Waco | 272,020 | 261.1 |
| Lampasas County | Lampasas | 23,657 | 33.2 |
| Bosque County | Meridian | 18,918 | 19.1 |
| Hamilton County | Hamilton | 8,680 | 10.4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Coryell County, Texas?+
Coryell County has an estimated population of 85,592 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Coryell County?+
Coryell County has a population density of approximately 81.4 people per square mile across its 1,052 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Coryell County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Coryell County ranks #49 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.27% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Coryell County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Coryell, Bell County is the most populous with about 402,248 residents.
How is Coryell 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.