Population overview
Upshur County is home to roughly 44,410 people, making up about 0.14% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #21 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 588 square miles of land and 44,410 residents yields a density of about 75.5 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 Upshur County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Upshur County sits in the upper half 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 Upshur |
|---|---|---|
| Upshur County | 44,410 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | +46% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -57% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +11260% |
Neighboring county populations
Upshur County shares borders with 7 counties. Comparing population across an adjacent corridor often reveals commuting patterns, school-district pull, and economic gravity.
| County | Seat | Population | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith County | Tyler | 252,549 | 272.1 |
| Gregg County | Longview | 126,095 | 460.2 |
| Harrison County | Marshall | 71,956 | 80.0 |
| Wood County | Quitman | 49,688 | 76.4 |
| Camp County | Pittsburg | 13,380 | 67.6 |
| Morris County | Daingerfield | 12,133 | 47.8 |
| Marion County | Jefferson | 9,896 | 26.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Upshur County, Texas?+
Upshur County has an estimated population of 44,410 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Upshur County?+
Upshur County has a population density of approximately 75.5 people per square mile across its 588 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Upshur County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Upshur County ranks #78 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.14% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Upshur County?+
Among the 7 counties bordering Upshur, Smith County is the most populous with about 252,549 residents.
How is Upshur 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.