Population overview
Navarro County is home to roughly 57,181 people, making up about 0.18% of the total population of Texas. Within the North Texas region, it ranks #15 of 36 counties by population. The combination of 1,071 square miles of land and 57,181 residents yields a density of about 53.4 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 Navarro County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Navarro 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 Navarro |
|---|---|---|
| Navarro County | 57,181 | — |
| North Texas region average | 252,448 | +341% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -67% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +8723% |
Neighboring county populations
Navarro 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis County | Waxahachie | 240,867 | 256.2 |
| Henderson County | Athens | 88,595 | 101.4 |
| Hill County | Hillsboro | 39,503 | 41.1 |
| Limestone County | Groesbeck | 22,849 | 25.1 |
| Freestone County | Fairfield | 20,811 | 23.5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Navarro County, Texas?+
Navarro County has an estimated population of 57,181 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Navarro County?+
Navarro County has a population density of approximately 53.4 people per square mile across its 1,071 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Navarro County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Navarro County ranks #63 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.18% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Navarro County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Navarro, Ellis County is the most populous with about 240,867 residents.
How is Navarro 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.