Population overview
Wilson County is home to roughly 56,139 people, making up about 0.18% of the total population of Texas. Within the South Texas region, it ranks #8 of 26 counties by population. The combination of 807 square miles of land and 56,139 residents yields a density of about 69.6 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 Wilson County compares
Compared with the other 253 Texas counties, Wilson 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 Wilson |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson County | 56,139 | — |
| South Texas region average | 157,697 | +181% |
| Texas county median | 18,916 | -66% |
| Largest in Texas (Harris) | 5,045,026 | +8887% |
Neighboring county populations
Wilson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bexar County | San Antonio | 2,160,088 | 1732.2 |
| Guadalupe County | Seguin | 201,111 | 282.9 |
| Atascosa County | Jourdanton | 53,590 | 43.5 |
| Gonzales County | Gonzales | 20,159 | 18.9 |
| Karnes County | Karnes City | 15,018 | 20.0 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Wilson County, Texas?+
Wilson County has an estimated population of 56,139 residents, based on the most recent U.S. Census data.
What is the population density of Wilson County?+
Wilson County has a population density of approximately 69.6 people per square mile across its 807 sq mi of land area — characteristic of a small-town / exurban county.
Where does Wilson County rank among Texas counties by population?+
Wilson County ranks #66 out of 254 Texas counties by total population, accounting for roughly 0.18% of the state's total population.
What is the most populous county near Wilson County?+
Among the 5 counties bordering Wilson, Bexar County is the most populous with about 2,160,088 residents.
How is Wilson 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.