Where is Huntsville, Texas, USA?

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Where is Huntsville Located? - Huntsville is a city located in the Walker County of Texas, United States. Huntsville lies between 34.9248667 Degrees North latitudes and 81.0250784 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Huntsville Located?

Huntsville is a city located in the Walker County of Texas, United States. Huntsville lies between 34.9248667 Degrees North latitudes and 81.0250784 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Huntsville city is 45941 people and the city has a total area of 35.85 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Huntsville, Texas Quick Facts

Property Information
CityHuntsville
CountyWalker County
StateTexas
State CapitalAustin
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude30.7235° N
Longitude95.5508° W
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Land Area42.48 sq mi
Water Area0.68 sq mi
Total Area43.16 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)45,941 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 1,081 per sq mi
ZIP Codes77320, 77340, 77341, 77342, 77343, 77344
Area Code936
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code48-37000
Congressional DistrictTexas's 8th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Huntsville, Texas

  • New Waverly, Texas - South - 17 mi
  • Riverside, Texas - Northeast - 20 mi
  • Willis, Texas - South - 24 mi
  • Conroe, Texas - South - 38 mi
  • Madisonville, Texas - North - 39 mi
  • Montgomery, Texas - Southwest - 41 mi
  • Livingston, Texas - East - 43 mi
  • The Woodlands, Texas - South - 54 mi
  • College Station, Texas - West - 63 mi
  • Houston, Texas - South - 70 mi

Driving Distances from Huntsville, Texas

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
New WaverlyTexas1720 minutes
RiversideTexas2025 minutes
WillisTexas2425 minutes
ConroeTexas3840 minutes
MadisonvilleTexas3940 minutes
MontgomeryTexas4145 minutes
LivingstonTexas4350 minutes
The WoodlandsTexas5455 minutes
College StationTexas631 hour 10 minutes
HoustonTexas701 hour 15 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Huntsville, Texas

Transportation Details
Airport NameHuntsville Municipal Airport
IATA CodeUTS
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 45, Texas State Highway 19, Texas State Highway 30, Texas State Highway 75
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station in Houston
Local Bus/Transit ServiceThe HOP (Huntsville On-the-Go Public Transit)
  • Interstate 45 is the primary transportation corridor linking Huntsville with Houston, Conroe, and Dallas.
  • Texas State Highways 19, 30, and 75 provide regional access to East Texas, College Station, and surrounding communities.
  • Huntsville Municipal Airport serves general aviation, while Houston's airports provide commercial domestic and international flights.
  • The HOP public transit system offers local bus service throughout the city.
  • Huntsville's strategic location along Interstate 45 makes it an important gateway between North Texas and the Gulf Coast.

What are top Places to Visit in Huntsville, Texas

Landmark Name Type
Sam Houston Statue & Visitor CenterHistoric Landmark
Sam Houston Memorial MuseumHistory Museum
Huntsville State ParkState Park
Elliott T. Bowers StadiumSports Venue
Texas Prison MuseumMuseum
Sam Houston National ForestNational Forest
Downtown Huntsville SquareHistoric District
Kate Barr Ross Memorial ParkCity Park
Ravens Nest Golf ClubGolf Course
Lake Raven Recreation AreaRecreation Area

Colleges and Universities in Huntsville, Texas

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Sam Houston State UniversityPublicUniversityCriminal justice, education, business, agriculture, and research
Lone Star College – University Center at The WoodlandsPublicHigher Education CenterBachelor's and graduate degree partnerships
Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityEngineering, agriculture, veterinary medicine, and research
Blinn College – Bryan CampusPublicCommunity CollegeTransfer programs and workforce education
Huntsville Independent School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education

Waterbodies in Huntsville, Texas

Lake Raven, Trinity River, Harmon Creek Reservoir, Bedias Creek, Gibbs Creek, Lake Conroe, West Sandy Creek, Double Lake

Golf Courses in Huntsville, Texas

Ravens Nest Golf Club, Elkins Lake Golf Course, Westwood Shores Country Club, Waterwood National Golf Club, Bearkat Course Practice Facility, Bentwater Yacht & Country Club

Huntsville, Texas — Key Historical Facts

  • Founded in 1836, Huntsville was named after Huntsville, Alabama, and became the seat of Walker County in 1846.
  • The city is closely associated with Sam Houston, the first president of the Republic of Texas, who spent his final years in Huntsville. His home is preserved as part of the Sam Houston Memorial Museum.
  • The Texas Department of Criminal Justice established its headquarters in Huntsville, making the city the administrative center of the state's prison system.
  • Sam Houston State University, founded in 1879, has played a major role in the city's educational, cultural, and economic development.
  • Today, Huntsville is recognized for its higher education, historic landmarks, outdoor recreation, and its location near the Sam Houston National Forest.

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