Population overview
Franklin County is home to roughly 10,994 people, making up about 0.03% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #40 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 286 square miles of land and 10,994 residents yields a density of about 38.4 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 Franklin County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Franklin County sits in the lower half 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 Franklin |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin County | 10,994 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | +491% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +72% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +45789% |
Neighboring county populations
Franklin County shares borders with 6 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 |
| Hopkins County | Sulphur Springs | 39,063 | 49.8 |
| Titus County | Mount Pleasant | 31,563 | 76.8 |
| Camp County | Pittsburg | 13,380 | 67.6 |
| Red River County | Clarksville | 11,816 | 11.3 |
| Delta County | Cooper | 5,549 | 20.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Franklin County, Texas?+
Franklin County has an estimated population of 10,994 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Franklin County?+
Franklin County has a population density of approximately 38.4 people per square mile across its 286 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Franklin County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Franklin County ranks #160 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.03% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Franklin County?+
Among the 6 counties bordering Franklin, Wood County is the most populous with about 49,688 residents.
How is Franklin 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.