Population overview
Grayson County is home to roughly 153,613 people, making up about 0.48% of the total population of Texas. Within the North Texas region, it ranks #9 of 36 counties by population. The combination of 934 square miles of land and 153,613 residents yields a density of about 164.5 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 Grayson County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Grayson 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 Grayson |
|---|---|---|
| Grayson County | 153,613 | — |
| North Texas region average | 252,448 | +64% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -88% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +3184% |
Neighboring county populations
Grayson County shares borders with 4 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collin County | McKinney | 1,297,179 | 1529.7 |
| Denton County | Denton | 1,069,346 | 1204.2 |
| Cooke County | Gainesville | 44,461 | 50.9 |
| Fannin County | Bonham | 39,265 | 44.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Grayson County, Texas?+
Grayson County has an estimated population of 153,613 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Grayson County?+
Grayson County has a population density of approximately 164.5 people per square mile across its 934 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Grayson County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Grayson County ranks #33 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.48% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Grayson County?+
Among the 4 counties bordering Grayson, Collin County is the most populous with about 1,297,179 residents.
How is Grayson 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.