Population overview
Jack County is home to roughly 9,563 people, making up about 0.03% of the total population of Texas. Within the North Texas region, it ranks #23 of 36 counties by population. The combination of 917 square miles of land and 9,563 residents yields a density of about 10.4 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Jack County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Jack County sits in the lower half 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 Jack |
|---|---|---|
| Jack County | 9,563 | — |
| North Texas region average | 252,448 | +2540% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +98% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +52656% |
Neighboring county populations
Jack County shares borders with 7 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker County | Weatherford | 184,767 | 204.4 |
| Wise County | Decatur | 83,778 | 92.6 |
| Palo Pinto County | Palo Pinto | 30,791 | 32.3 |
| Montague County | Montague | 21,966 | 23.6 |
| Young County | Graham | 18,154 | 19.7 |
| Clay County | Henrietta | 10,764 | 9.8 |
| Archer County | Archer City | 9,129 | 10.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Jack County, Texas?+
Jack County has an estimated population of 9,563 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Jack County?+
Jack County has a population density of approximately 10.4 people per square mile across its 917 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Jack County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Jack County ranks #167 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.03% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Jack County?+
Among the 7 counties bordering Jack, Parker County is the most populous with about 184,767 residents.
How is Jack 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.