Ector County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Ector County, Texas

Map of Ector County, Texas

Ector County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Odessa. As per 2020 census, the population of Ector County is 161091 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 901 sq mi (2,334 km2). Ector County was established on 1887.

Facts about Ector County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionWest Texas / Permian Basin
County SeatOdessa
Named AfterMathew Ector, Confederate general and Texas judge
Established1887
Organized1891
Coordinates31.8700° N, 102.5400° W
Total Area902 sq mi
Land Area901 sq mi
Water Area1 sq mi
Population (2020)165,171
Population RankOne of the major counties in the Permian Basin
Major CityOdessa
Main IndustriesOil & Gas, Energy Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail
Major AirportMidland International Air & Space Port (shared with Midland County)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForPermian Basin oil industry, Friday Night Lights legacy, Odessa Meteor Crater
Websitehttps://www.co.ector.tx.us

Top Attractions in Ector County, Texas

  • Presidential Archives & Leadership Library – Exhibits on U.S. presidents and leadership history.
  • Ellen Noël Art Museum – Regional art museum with rotating exhibits and programs.
  • Odessa Meteor Crater – One of the nation’s largest meteor impact sites with visitor displays.
  • Stonehenge Replica (UTPB) – Full-scale outdoor replica of the famous monument.
  • Parker Ranch House Museum – Historic preserved ranch home showcasing early West Texas life.
  • Odessa Jackalopes Hockey (Ector County Coliseum) – Local entertainment and sports venue.
  • Ratliff Stadium – Iconic high school football stadium known nationwide.
  • Downtown Odessa Murals – Public art and local cultural displays throughout downtown.
  • Memorial Garden Park – Peaceful outdoor space with walking areas and gardens.
  • McKinney Park – Community park with seasonal events and recreation areas.

Cities & Towns in Ector County, Texas

Odessa (partly), Goldsmith, West Odessa, Gardendale, Penwell, Notrees