Texas

Comal

161,501

2020 population

1850

first census record

census records

About Comal

Comal, Texas, first appears in the United States federal census in 1850, when it recorded a population of 1,723. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 161,501.

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

On the ground today, one documented military engagement has been recorded within the county, among them Battle of Walker's Creek, and 30 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census Year	Population	Chart
2020	161,501
2010	108,472
2000	78,021
1990	51,832
1980	36,446
1970	24,165
1960	19,844
1950	16,357
1940	12,321
1930	11,984
1920	8,824
1910	8,434
1900	7,008
1890	6,398
1880	5,546
1870	5,283
1860	4,030
1850	1,723

Source

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

Battles & engagements in Comal

Military engagements that took place in Comal, Texas.

Battle of Walker's Creek

1844

Historic places in Comal

National Register of Historic Places listings in Comal, Texas.

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Frequently asked about Comal

When does Comal first appear in the US census?

Comal, Texas first appears in the federal census in 1850, with a recorded population of 1,723.

What is the population of Comal?

At the most recent federal census (2020), Comal had a recorded population of 161,501.

Were any battles fought in Comal?

1 documented military engagement took place in Comal, including Battle of Walker's Creek.

How many historic places are in Comal?

30 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Comal, Texas.

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