Population overview
Randall County is home to roughly 152,351 people, making up about 0.48% of the total population of Texas. Within the West Texas region, it ranks #5 of 51 counties by population. The combination of 914 square miles of land and 152,351 residents yields a density of about 166.7 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 Randall County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Randall County sits in the top 25% of the population distribution. It belongs to the upper tier of Texas counties — sizable enough to support diverse local services and infrastructure.
| Comparison | Population | vs Randall |
|---|---|---|
| Randall County | 152,351 | — |
| West Texas region average | 43,626 | -71% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -88% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +3211% |
Neighboring county populations
Randall 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potter County | Amarillo | 114,453 | 125.9 |
| Deaf Smith County | Hereford | 18,626 | 12.4 |
| Castro County | Dimmitt | 7,295 | 8.1 |
| Swisher County | Tulia | 6,703 | 7.4 |
| Armstrong County | Claude | 1,843 | 2.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Randall County, Texas?+
Randall County has an estimated population of 152,351 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Randall County?+
Randall County has a population density of approximately 166.7 people per square mile across its 914 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Randall County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Randall County ranks #34 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.48% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Randall County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Randall, Potter County is the most populous with about 114,453 residents.
How is Randall 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.