Anderson County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Anderson County - Anderson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. Anderson County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Anderson County located in the map, major cities in Anderson county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Anderson County, Texas

Map of Anderson County, Texas

Anderson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Palestine. As per 2020 census, the population of Anderson County is 58402 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,071 sq mi (2,774 km2). Anderson County was established on 1846.

Facts about Anderson County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionEast Texas
County SeatPalestine
Named AfterKenneth Lewis Anderson
Established1846
Organized1846
Coordinates31.8153° N, 95.6530° W
Total Area1,078 sq mi
Land Area1,063 sq mi
Water Area15 sq mi
Population (2020)57,922
Population RankMid-sized county in East Texas
Major CityPalestine
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Manufacturing, Corrections, Transportation
Major AirportPalestine Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForTexas State Railroad, Dogwood Festival, Historic Downtown Palestine
Websitehttps://www.co.anderson.tx.us

Top Attractions in Anderson County, Texas

  • Texas State Railroad – Scenic historic train rides.
  • Davey Dogwood Park – Park known for spring dogwood blooms.
  • Historic Downtown Palestine – Shops, murals, and historic buildings.
  • Museum for East Texas Culture – Local history and heritage exhibits.
  • Gus Engeling WMA – Wildlife viewing and nature trails.
  • Lake Palestine – Fishing, boating, and lakeside recreation.
  • Palestine Depot & Visitor Center – Restored depot with visitor info.
  • Reagan Park – Community park with green space.
  • Howard House Museum – Historic 1855 home museum.
  • Upper & Lower Lakes – Quiet forest lakes for hiking and birding.

Cities & Towns in Anderson County, Texas

Palestine, Elkhart, Frankston, Neches, Montalba, Tennessee Colony, Cayuga, Tucker, Slocum, Bradford