Population overview
Hunt County is home to roughly 123,336 people, making up about 0.39% of the total population of Texas. Within the North Texas region, it ranks #12 of 36 counties by population. The combination of 841 square miles of land and 123,336 residents yields a density of about 146.7 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 Hunt County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Hunt 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 Hunt |
|---|---|---|
| Hunt County | 123,336 | — |
| North Texas region average | 252,448 | +105% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -85% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +3990% |
Neighboring county populations
Hunt County shares borders with 8 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 |
| Kaufman County | Kaufman | 209,235 | 266.2 |
| Rockwall County | Rockwall | 140,738 | 944.6 |
| Van Zandt County | Canton | 66,130 | 77.9 |
| Fannin County | Bonham | 39,265 | 44.0 |
| Hopkins County | Sulphur Springs | 39,063 | 49.8 |
| Rains County | Emory | 13,542 | 52.3 |
| Delta County | Cooper | 5,549 | 20.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Hunt County, Texas?+
Hunt County has an estimated population of 123,336 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Hunt County?+
Hunt County has a population density of approximately 146.7 people per square mile across its 841 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Hunt County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Hunt County ranks #39 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.39% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Hunt County?+
Among the 8 counties bordering Hunt, Collin County is the most populous with about 1,297,179 residents.
How is Hunt 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.