Population overview
Freestone County is home to roughly 20,811 people, making up about 0.07% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #37 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 885 square miles of land and 20,811 residents yields a density of about 23.5 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Freestone County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Freestone 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 Freestone |
|---|---|---|
| Freestone County | 20,811 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | +289% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -9% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +24142% |
Neighboring county populations
Freestone 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson County | Athens | 88,595 | 101.4 |
| Anderson County | Palestine | 59,805 | 55.8 |
| Navarro County | Corsicana | 57,181 | 53.4 |
| Limestone County | Groesbeck | 22,849 | 25.1 |
| Leon County | Centerville | 16,894 | 15.8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Freestone County, Texas?+
Freestone County has an estimated population of 20,811 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Freestone County?+
Freestone County has a population density of approximately 23.5 people per square mile across its 885 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Freestone County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Freestone County ranks #118 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.07% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Freestone County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Freestone, Henderson County is the most populous with about 88,595 residents.
How is Freestone 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.