Population overview
Parmer County is home to roughly 9,678 people, making up about 0.03% of the total population of Texas. Within the West Texas region, it ranks #21 of 51 counties by population. The combination of 882 square miles of land and 9,678 residents yields a density of about 11.0 people per square mile — characteristic of rural and frontier Texas, with long distances between settlements and large stretches of working ranchland.
How Parmer County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Parmer County sits in the lower half 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 Parmer |
|---|---|---|
| Parmer County | 9,678 | — |
| West Texas region average | 43,626 | +351% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | +95% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +52029% |
Neighboring county populations
Parmer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deaf Smith County | Hereford | 18,626 | 12.4 |
| Lamb County | Littlefield | 12,579 | 12.4 |
| Castro County | Dimmitt | 7,295 | 8.1 |
| Bailey County | Muleshoe | 6,963 | 8.4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Parmer County, Texas?+
Parmer County has an estimated population of 9,678 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Parmer County?+
Parmer County has a population density of approximately 11.0 people per square mile across its 882 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a rural county.
Where does Parmer County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Parmer County ranks #166 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.03% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Parmer County?+
Among the 4 counties bordering Parmer, Deaf Smith County is the most populous with about 18,626 residents.
How is Parmer 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.