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 and Towns in Ector County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Odessa (county seat)City11442831.8457°N, 102.3676°W
GoldsmithCensus Designated Place (CDP)25731.9821°N, 102.6157°W
NotreesUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.9182°N, 102.7588°W
Pleasant FarmsUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.7816°N, 102.4425°W
West OdessaCensus Designated Place (CDP)2230731.8437°N, 102.4988°W
GardendaleCensus Designated Place (CDP)157432.0204°N, 102.3807°W
North CowdenCensus Designated Place (CDP)24331.8802°N, 102.3401°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Ector County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 20 - east toward Midland and west toward Pecos
  • U.S. Highway 80 - parallels Interstate 20 through Odessa
  • U.S. Highway 385 - north toward Andrews and south toward Fort Stockton
  • Texas State Highway 191 - east toward Midland and west toward Reeves County
  • Loop 338 - outer loop around Odessa serving industrial and residential areas
  • Farm to Market Road 1788 - connects Odessa with Midland International Air and Space Port
  • Farm to Market Road 1936 - serves northern Ector County communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Ector County

  • Andrews County (north)
  • Martin County (east)
  • Midland County (southeast)
  • Upton County (south)
  • Crane County (southwest)
  • Ward County (west)

Distance from Ector County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Odessa to Goldsmith (Ector County), Texas - 24 mi (39 km)
  • Odessa to Gardendale (Ector County), Texas - 14 mi (23 km)
  • Odessa to West Odessa (Ector County), Texas - 7 mi (11 km)
  • Odessa to Midland (Midland County), Texas - 20 mi (32 km)
  • Odessa to Andrews (Andrews County), Texas - 35 mi (56 km)
  • Odessa to Stanton (Martin County), Texas - 23 mi (37 km)
  • Odessa to Monahans (Ward County), Texas - 37 mi (60 km)
  • Odessa to Crane (Crane County), Texas - 32 mi (51 km)
  • Odessa to Big Spring (Howard County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Odessa to Fort Stockton (Pecos County), Texas - 95 mi (153 km)
  • Odessa to Lamesa (Dawson County), Texas - 77 mi (124 km)
  • Odessa to San Angelo (Tom Green County), Texas - 114 mi (183 km)
  • Odessa to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 148 mi (238 km)
  • Odessa to Lubbock (Lubbock County), Texas - 123 mi (198 km)
  • Odessa to El Paso (El Paso County), Texas - 285 mi (459 km)

Waterbodies in Ector County

Monahans Draw, Johnson Draw, North Cowden Draw, Salt Draw, Comanche Draw, Playa Lakes Region wetlands, Ector County Reservoir, Odessa Reservoir, Penwell Draw, Midland Basin drainage channels, stock ponds, oilfield reservoirs, wetlands, springs, ephemeral streams, and seasonal waterways

Best Golf Courses in Ector County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Odessa Country ClubOdessa31.8760°N, 102.3337°W
Ratliff Ranch Golf LinksOdessa31.9008°N, 102.3032°W
Sunset Country ClubOdessa31.8236°N, 102.4019°W
Mission Dorado Country ClubOdessa31.8607°N, 102.2905°W
Odessa Country Club - Links CourseOdessa31.8748°N, 102.3319°W

Colleges and Universities in Ector County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Odessa CollegePublicCommunity CollegeLargest higher education institution in the county
The University of Texas Permian BasinPublicUniversityRegional public research university
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - Permian BasinPublicUniversityMedical and health sciences education
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Ector CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Ector County QuickFacts
  2. Official Ector County Website
  3. Odessa Development Corporation - Ector County Profile
  4. Odessa College
  5. The University of Texas Permian Basin