Population overview
Nacogdoches County is home to roughly 66,035 people, making up about 0.21% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #13 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 947 square miles of land and 66,035 residents yields a density of about 69.7 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 Nacogdoches County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Nacogdoches 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 Nacogdoches |
|---|---|---|
| Nacogdoches County | 66,035 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | -2% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -71% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +7540% |
Neighboring county populations
Nacogdoches 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelina County | Lufkin | 88,154 | 109.9 |
| Rusk County | Henderson | 54,854 | 59.4 |
| Cherokee County | Rusk | 53,337 | 50.7 |
| Shelby County | Center | 24,286 | 30.6 |
| San Augustine County | San Augustine | 7,722 | 14.6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Nacogdoches County, Texas?+
Nacogdoches County has an estimated population of 66,035 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Nacogdoches County?+
Nacogdoches County has a population density of approximately 69.7 people per square mile across its 947 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Nacogdoches County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Nacogdoches County ranks #58 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.21% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Nacogdoches County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Nacogdoches, Angelina County is the most populous with about 88,154 residents.
How is Nacogdoches 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.