Population overview
Limestone County is home to roughly 22,849 people, making up about 0.07% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #34 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 909 square miles of land and 22,849 residents yields a density of about 25.1 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 Limestone County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Limestone 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 Limestone |
|---|---|---|
| Limestone County | 22,849 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | +255% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -17% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +21980% |
Neighboring county populations
Limestone 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McLennan County | Waco | 272,020 | 261.1 |
| Navarro County | Corsicana | 57,181 | 53.4 |
| Hill County | Hillsboro | 39,503 | 41.1 |
| Freestone County | Fairfield | 20,811 | 23.5 |
| Falls County | Marlin | 17,869 | 23.2 |
| Robertson County | Franklin | 17,839 | 20.9 |
| Leon County | Centerville | 16,894 | 15.8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Limestone County, Texas?+
Limestone County has an estimated population of 22,849 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Limestone County?+
Limestone County has a population density of approximately 25.1 people per square mile across its 909 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Limestone County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Limestone County ranks #110 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.07% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Limestone County?+
Among the 7 counties bordering Limestone, McLennan County is the most populous with about 272,020 residents.
How is Limestone 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.