Population overview
Hardeman County is home to roughly 3,292 people, making up about 0.01% of the total population of Texas. Within the North Texas region, it ranks #27 of 36 counties by population. The combination of 695 square miles of land and 3,292 residents yields a density of about 4.7 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Hardeman County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Hardeman County sits in the bottom 25% 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 Hardeman |
|---|---|---|
| Hardeman County | 3,292 | — |
| North Texas region average | 252,448 | +7569% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +475% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +153151% |
Neighboring county populations
Hardeman 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilbarger County | Vernon | 12,481 | 12.9 |
| Childress County | Childress | 6,643 | 9.4 |
| Cottle County | Paducah | 1,224 | 1.4 |
| Foard County | Crowell | 1,044 | 1.5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Hardeman County, Texas?+
Hardeman County has an estimated population of 3,292 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Hardeman County?+
Hardeman County has a population density of approximately 4.7 people per square mile across its 695 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Hardeman County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Hardeman County ranks #214 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.01% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Hardeman County?+
Among the 4 counties bordering Hardeman, Wilbarger County is the most populous with about 12,481 residents.
How is Hardeman 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.