Population overview
Kinney County is home to roughly 3,128 people, making up about 0.01% of the total population of Texas. Within the South Texas region, it ranks #23 of 26 counties by population. The combination of 1,364 square miles of land and 3,128 residents yields a density of about 2.3 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Kinney County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Kinney 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 Kinney |
|---|---|---|
| Kinney County | 3,128 | — |
| South Texas region average | 157,697 | +4941% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +505% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +161186% |
Neighboring county populations
Kinney 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maverick County | Eagle Pass | 58,823 | 46.0 |
| Val Verde County | Del Rio | 47,835 | 15.1 |
| Uvalde County | Uvalde | 24,963 | 16.0 |
| Edwards County | Rocksprings | 1,370 | 0.6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Kinney County, Texas?+
Kinney County has an estimated population of 3,128 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Kinney County?+
Kinney County has a population density of approximately 2.3 people per square mile across its 1,364 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Kinney County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Kinney County ranks #221 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 Kinney County?+
Among the 4 counties bordering Kinney, Maverick County is the most populous with about 58,823 residents.
How is Kinney 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.