Population overview
Waller County is home to roughly 69,858 people, making up about 0.22% of the total population of Texas. Within the East Texas region, it ranks #11 of 44 counties by population. The combination of 514 square miles of land and 69,858 residents yields a density of about 135.9 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 Waller County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Waller County sits in the top 25% 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 Waller |
|---|---|---|
| Waller County | 69,858 | — |
| East Texas region average | 64,981 | -7% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -73% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +7122% |
Neighboring county populations
Waller 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris County | Houston | 5,045,026 | 2917.9 |
| Fort Bend County | Richmond | 975,191 | 1114.5 |
| Montgomery County | Conroe | 781,194 | 748.3 |
| Washington County | Brenham | 38,288 | 62.9 |
| Grimes County | Anderson | 34,252 | 43.1 |
| Austin County | Bellville | 33,625 | 51.5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Waller County, Texas?+
Waller County has an estimated population of 69,858 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Waller County?+
Waller County has a population density of approximately 135.9 people per square mile across its 514 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Waller County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Waller County ranks #55 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.22% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Waller County?+
Among the 6 counties bordering Waller, Harris County is the most populous with about 5,045,026 residents.
How is Waller 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.