Population overview
Menard County is home to roughly 1,956 people, making up about 0.01% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #74 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 902 square miles of land and 1,956 residents yields a density of about 2.2 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Menard County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Menard 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 Menard |
|---|---|---|
| Menard County | 1,956 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | +4042% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +867% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +257826% |
Neighboring county populations
Menard County shares borders with 5 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCulloch County | Brady | 7,472 | 7.0 |
| Kimble County | Junction | 4,438 | 3.5 |
| Mason County | Mason | 3,990 | 4.3 |
| Concho County | Paint Rock | 3,607 | 3.6 |
| Schleicher County | Eldorado | 2,245 | 1.7 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Menard County, Texas?+
Menard County has an estimated population of 1,956 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Menard County?+
Menard County has a population density of approximately 2.2 people per square mile across its 902 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Menard County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Menard County ranks #232 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 Menard County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Menard, McCulloch County is the most populous with about 7,472 residents.
How is Menard 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.