Population overview
Hutchinson County is home to roughly 19,633 people, making up about 0.06% of the total population of Texas. Within the West Texas region, it ranks #12 of 51 counties by population. The combination of 887 square miles of land and 19,633 residents yields a density of about 22.1 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Hutchinson County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson |
|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson County | 19,633 | — |
| West Texas region average | 43,626 | +122% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -4% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +25597% |
Neighboring county populations
Hutchinson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moore County | Dumas | 21,891 | 24.3 |
| Carson County | Panhandle | 5,805 | 6.3 |
| Hansford County | Spearman | 4,944 | 5.4 |
| Roberts County | Miami | 867 | 0.9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Hutchinson County, Texas?+
Hutchinson County has an estimated population of 19,633 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Hutchinson County?+
Hutchinson County has a population density of approximately 22.1 people per square mile across its 887 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Hutchinson County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Hutchinson County ranks #125 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.06% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Hutchinson County?+
Among the 4 counties bordering Hutchinson, Moore County is the most populous with about 21,891 residents.
How is Hutchinson 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.