Population overview
Travis County is home to roughly 1,389,670 people, making up about 4.38% of the total population of Texas. Within the Central Texas region, it ranks #1 of 76 counties by population. The combination of 989 square miles of land and 1,389,670 residents yields a density of about 1405.1 people per square mile — a clearly metropolitan figure that signals concentrated urban development and dense infrastructure.
How Travis County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Travis County sits in the top 10% of the population distribution. It is one of the top-tier urban counties driving Texas's overall growth and economy.
| Comparison | Population | vs Travis |
|---|---|---|
| Travis County | 1,389,670 | — |
| Central Texas region average | 81,016 | -94% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -99% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +263% |
Neighboring county populations
Travis County shares borders with 6 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williamson County | Georgetown | 752,827 | 669.8 |
| Hays County | San Marcos | 304,390 | 449.0 |
| Bastrop County | Bastrop | 118,908 | 133.9 |
| Burnet County | Burnet | 57,015 | 57.3 |
| Caldwell County | Lockhart | 55,150 | 101.0 |
| Blanco County | Johnson City | 13,581 | 19.1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Travis County, Texas?+
Travis County has an estimated population of 1,389,670 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Travis County?+
Travis County has a population density of approximately 1405.1 people per square mile across its 989 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a highly urbanized county.
Where does Travis County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Travis County ranks #5 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 4.38% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Travis County?+
Among the 6 counties bordering Travis, Williamson County is the most populous with about 752,827 residents.
How is Travis 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.