Population overview
Taylor County is home to roughly 150,077 people, making up about 0.47% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #10 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 916 square miles of land and 150,077 residents yields a density of about 163.8 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 Taylor County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Taylor 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 Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor County | 150,077 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | -46% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -87% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +3262% |
Neighboring county populations
Taylor 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jones County | Anson | 20,861 | 22.4 |
| Callahan County | Baird | 14,491 | 16.1 |
| Nolan County | Sweetwater | 14,117 | 15.5 |
| Runnels County | Ballinger | 9,693 | 9.2 |
| Coleman County | Coleman | 7,915 | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Taylor County, Texas?+
Taylor County has an estimated population of 150,077 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Taylor County?+
Taylor County has a population density of approximately 163.8 people per square mile across its 916 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Taylor County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Taylor County ranks #35 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.47% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Taylor County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Taylor, Jones County is the most populous with about 20,861 residents.
How is Taylor 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.