Population overview
Hemphill County is home to roughly 3,083 people, making up about 0.01% of the total population of Texas. Within the Panhandle region, it ranks #6 of 10 counties by population. The combination of 910 square miles of land and 3,083 residents yields a density of about 3.4 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Hemphill County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Hemphill 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 Hemphill |
|---|---|---|
| Hemphill County | 3,083 | — |
| Panhandle region average | 5,696 | +85% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +514% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +163540% |
Neighboring county populations
Hemphill County shares borders with 3 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeler County | Wheeler | 4,773 | 5.2 |
| Lipscomb County | Lipscomb | 2,955 | 3.2 |
| Roberts County | Miami | 867 | 0.9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Hemphill County, Texas?+
Hemphill County has an estimated population of 3,083 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Hemphill County?+
Hemphill County has a population density of approximately 3.4 people per square mile across its 910 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Hemphill County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Hemphill County ranks #222 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 Hemphill County?+
Among the 3 counties bordering Hemphill, Wheeler County is the most populous with about 4,773 residents.
How is Hemphill 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.