Harris County in Texas has the most Black residents.
Harris County, home to the city of Houston, leads the state with the largest Black population. This aligns with the trend that the greatest number of Black Texans reside in the state's most populous regions.
Leading Texas Counties by Black Population
The concentration of Black Texans is most prominent in a few key urban counties. Together, the top three counties—Harris, Dallas, and Tarrant—account for over half (51%) of the entire Black Texan population.
Here's a breakdown of the top counties:
| County | Black Population (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Harris | 893,000 |
| Dallas | 586,000 |
| Tarrant | 365,000 |
Source: Every Texan
This data underscores the significant presence of Black communities in major metropolitan areas across Texas, particularly in and around Houston, Dallas, and Fort Worth.
