Texas

Brazoria

372,031
2020 population
1850
first census record
18
census records

About Brazoria

Brazoria, Texas, first appears in the United States federal census in 1850, when it recorded a population of 4,841. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 372,031.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, 7 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Battle of Velasco June 1832, Battle of Velasco (Pre-Revolution), Velasco Incident (1832), and 13 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
2020372,031
2010313,166
2000241,767
1990191,707
1980169,587
1970108,312
196076,204
195046,549
194027,069
193023,054
192020,614
191013,299
190014,861
189011,506
18809,774
18707,527
18607,143
18504,841
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Brazoria

Military engagements that took place in Brazoria, Texas.

Battle of Velasco June 1832
1832
Battle of Velasco (Pre-Revolution)
1832
Velasco Incident (1832)
1832
Fort Quintana (Brazos River) — Union Raid
1862
Battle of Velasco (Texas Coast)
1862
Union Raid on the Brazos River (1862)
1862
Battle of Velasco Texas
1862

Historic places in Brazoria

National Register of Historic Places listings in Brazoria, Texas.

Varner-Hogg Plantation
West Columbia
Underwood, Ammon, House
East Columbia
Durazno Plantation
Jones Creek
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Conflict & War
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The Soldiers
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Native Heritage
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Settlement
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Frequently asked about Brazoria

When does Brazoria first appear in the US census?
Brazoria, Texas first appears in the federal census in 1850, with a recorded population of 4,841.
What is the population of Brazoria?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Brazoria had a recorded population of 372,031.
Were any battles fought in Brazoria?
7 documented military engagements took place in Brazoria, including Battle of Velasco June 1832, Battle of Velasco (Pre-Revolution), Velasco Incident (1832).
How many historic places are in Brazoria?
13 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Brazoria, Texas.
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