Population overview
Milam County is home to roughly 26,258 people, making up about 0.08% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #29 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 1,017 square miles of land and 26,258 residents yields a density of about 25.8 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 Milam County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Milam 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 Milam |
|---|---|---|
| Milam County | 26,258 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | +209% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -28% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +19113% |
Neighboring county populations
Milam County shares borders with 6 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williamson County | Georgetown | 752,827 | 669.8 |
| Bell County | Belton | 402,248 | 379.8 |
| Burleson County | Caldwell | 20,549 | 30.9 |
| Lee County | Giddings | 18,729 | 29.8 |
| Falls County | Marlin | 17,869 | 23.2 |
| Robertson County | Franklin | 17,839 | 20.9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Milam County, Texas?+
Milam County has an estimated population of 26,258 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Milam County?+
Milam County has a population density of approximately 25.8 people per square mile across its 1,017 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Milam County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Milam County ranks #100 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.08% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Milam County?+
Among the 6 counties bordering Milam, Williamson County is the most populous with about 752,827 residents.
How is Milam 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.