Welcome to Terrell County

Terrell County

Terrell County

  • Population: 760; (2020 Census)
  • County seat: Sanderson
  • Terrell County, founded in 1905, was named for Texas State Senator, Alexander W. Terrell. 

American Community Survey 5-Year Data Profile

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Terrell County Resources

Population Demographics

As of 2025 the population of Terrell County is 656. The population is expected to shrink to 652 by 2030 - a growth rate of -0.12%.

The median age of Terrell County residents is 48.

The diversity index of Terrell County is 77.8, meaning that there is a 78% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.

Housing and Income

The average household income in Terrell County is $62,695 and projected to be $65,003 in 2030. Per capita income is $29,149, projected to be $30,507 in 2030. 0.76% of households – 5 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $391,125 and the average disposable income is $54,751.

There are 607 housing units in Terrell County; 232 are owner-occupied, 73 are rented, and 302 are vacant. The average home value is $148,858, with 9 homes built in 2010 or later, and 260 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 63 businesses in Terrell County, employing 383 workers and pulling from a labor force of 331 age 16 and above. 47 workers commute into Terrell County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

284 residents both live and work in/around Terrell County. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 53.52% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 3.17% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 243 drive alone, 63 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 0 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 25 residents work from home.

157 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 17 have associates degrees, 118 have bachelor’s degrees, and 48 hold a graduate or professional degree.