Population overview
Hopkins County is home to roughly 39,063 people, making up about 0.12% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #22 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 785 square miles of land and 39,063 residents yields a density of about 49.8 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 Hopkins County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Hopkins 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 Hopkins |
|---|---|---|
| Hopkins County | 39,063 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | +66% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -52% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +12815% |
Neighboring county populations
Hopkins 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunt County | Greenville | 123,336 | 146.7 |
| Wood County | Quitman | 49,688 | 76.4 |
| Rains County | Emory | 13,542 | 52.3 |
| Franklin County | Mount Vernon | 10,994 | 38.4 |
| Delta County | Cooper | 5,549 | 20.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Hopkins County, Texas?+
Hopkins County has an estimated population of 39,063 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Hopkins County?+
Hopkins County has a population density of approximately 49.8 people per square mile across its 785 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Hopkins County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Hopkins County ranks #83 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.12% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Hopkins County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Hopkins, Hunt County is the most populous with about 123,336 residents.
How is Hopkins 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.