Population overview
Maverick County is home to roughly 58,823 people, making up about 0.19% of the total population of Texas. Within the South Texas region, it ranks #6 of 26 counties by population. The combination of 1,280 square miles of land and 58,823 residents yields a density of about 46.0 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 Maverick County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Maverick County sits in the top 25% 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 Maverick |
|---|---|---|
| Maverick County | 58,823 | — |
| South Texas region average | 157,697 | +168% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -68% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +8477% |
Neighboring county populations
Maverick 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webb County | Laredo | 281,224 | 83.8 |
| Zavala County | Crystal City | 9,037 | 7.0 |
| Dimmit County | Carrizo Springs | 8,024 | 6.0 |
| Kinney County | Brackettville | 3,128 | 2.3 |
What the numbers mean
Maverick County's density of about 46.0 people per square mile is about 38% of the Texas statewide average of roughly 121. Put another way, there are about 14 acres of land for every resident.
At this density the county is anchored by one or two real towns, with farms and ranches between them. Hospitals, school districts and retail tend to concentrate in Eagle Pass, which draws shoppers and workers from surrounding rural areas.
Maverick County in statewide context
By population the county ranks 60th of 254; by land area it ranks 33rd; and by density it ranks 85th. Its population and land area rank fairly close together, a balanced profile for Texas.
Texas's population is extremely concentrated: the ten largest counties hold well over half of all Texans, while more than 150 counties have fewer than 30,000 residents. Maverick County sits in the middle ground between the big metros and the rural majority.
About the data
Population figures on this page come from the U.S. Census Bureau. The decennial census provides the official count every ten years, and the Bureau's annual Population Estimates Program updates county totals between censuses. Land area comes from the Census Gazetteer and excludes water. Figures are rounded and may differ slightly from county or school district estimates that use other methods. See our methodology page for details.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Maverick County, Texas?+
Maverick County has an estimated population of 58,823 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Maverick County?+
Maverick County has a population density of approximately 46.0 people per square mile across its 1,280 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Maverick County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Maverick County ranks #60 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.19% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Maverick County?+
Among the 4 counties bordering Maverick, Webb County is the most populous with about 281,224 residents.
How is Maverick 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.