Panola County's 2026 population is estimated at 23,434, reflecting a 0.89% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Panola County is the 108th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 23,770 and has grown -1.41% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.9 years
Female: 42.2 years
Male: 40.1 years
There are 17,482 adults, (4,613 of whom are seniors) in Panola County.
Female: 11,353 (50%)
Male: 11,373 (50%)
The racial composition of Panola County includes 72.72% White, 11.33% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 16,526 | 72.72% |
| Two or more races | 3,175 | 13.97% |
| Black or African American | 2,575 | 11.33% |
| Other race | 320 | 1.41% |
| Asian | 121 | 0.53% |
| Native American | 6 | 0.03% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 3 | 0.01% |
Panola County 's average per capita income is $49,631. Household income levels show a median of $64,894. The poverty rate stands at 11.19%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,031 | - |
| Families | $85,727 | $107,351 |
| Households | $64,894 | $90,837 |
| Non Families | $28,302 | $43,821 |
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