Fayette County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Fayette County, Texas

Map of Fayette County, Texas

Fayette County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is La Grange. As per 2020 census, the population of Fayette County is 24687 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 950 sq mi (2,460 km2). Fayette County was established on 1837.

Facts about Fayette County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Central Texas
County SeatLa Grange
Named AfterMarquis de Lafayette
Established1837
Organized1838
Coordinates29.9050° N, 96.8350° W
Total Area960 sq mi
Land Area955 sq mi
Water Area5 sq mi
Population (2020)25,346
Population RankModerately populated rural county
Major CitiesLa Grange, Schulenburg, Flatonia
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Manufacturing, Tourism, Energy
Major AirportFayette Regional Air Center (La Grange)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForPainted Churches, Shiner Brewery nearby (in Lavaca Co.), Texas Czech and German heritage
Websitehttps://www.co.fayette.tx.us

Top Attractions in Fayette County, Texas

  • Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery State Historic Site (La Grange) – Scenic bluff views and historic brewery ruins.
  • Fayette County Courthouse (La Grange) – Beautiful Romanesque Revival courthouse.
  • Texas Quilt Museum (La Grange) – Vibrant quilt art in restored historic buildings.
  • Schulenburg Painted Churches – Stunning historic churches with ornate European-style interiors.
  • Stanzel Model Aircraft Museum (Schulenburg) – Exhibits on aviation history and model aircraft.
  • Winedale Historical Complex (Round Top Area) – Preserved 19th-century buildings and cultural programs.
  • Round Top Antiques Show – Famous antique fair drawing visitors from around the world.
  • Lake Fayette – Fishing, birding, and peaceful lakeside scenery.
  • Austin County Fairgrounds Annex (Fayette County Events) – Seasonal festivals and shows.
  • Biegel Park (Carmine) – Small-town park with local charm and picnic space.

Cities and Towns in Fayette County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
La Grange (county seat)City431629.9058°N, 96.8766°W
SchulenburgCity285229.6819°N, 96.9086°W
FlatoniaTown138829.6875°N, 97.1086°W
FayettevilleCity24629.9050°N, 96.6733°W
CarmineCity26730.1499°N, 96.6869°W
EllingerCity20329.8388°N, 96.7055°W
Round TopTown8730.0655°N, 96.6966°W
PlumCensus Designated Place (CDP)21829.9344°N, 96.9336°W
LedbetterUnincorporated CommunityN/A30.2063°N, 96.7758°W
West PointUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.9494°N, 97.0436°W
WardaUnincorporated CommunityN/A30.0716°N, 96.9083°W
WinchesterUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.9549°N, 97.1575°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Fayette County

  • Interstate 10 - east toward Houston and west toward San Antonio
  • U.S. Highway 77 - north-south route through La Grange and Schulenburg
  • U.S. Highway 90 - parallels Interstate 10 through southern Fayette County
  • U.S. Highway 290 - connects Carmine, Ledbetter, and Austin-Houston corridor communities
  • Texas State Highway 71 - major route through La Grange toward Austin and Columbus
  • Texas State Highway 95 - connects Flatonia, La Grange, and Bastrop County
  • Texas State Highway 159 - serves Round Top, Fayetteville, and surrounding communities
  • Texas State Highway 237 - links La Grange, Round Top, and Carmine

What are Neighboring Counties of Fayette County

  • Lee County (north)
  • Washington County (northeast)
  • Austin County (east)
  • Colorado County (southeast)
  • Lavaca County (south)
  • Gonzales County (southwest)
  • Caldwell County (west)
  • Bastrop County (northwest)

Distance from Fayette County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Schulenburg2415
Flatonia2717
Fayetteville1811
Round Top2113
Columbus (Colorado County)4226
Brenham (Washington County)4327
Giddings (Lee County)3119
Smithville (Bastrop County)4226
Lockhart (Caldwell County)7446
Hallettsville (Lavaca County)6138
Bastrop (Bastrop County)5333
Austin (Travis County)10565
Houston (Harris County)15395
San Antonio (Bexar County)15999
College Station (Brazos County)10565

Waterbodies in Fayette County

Colorado River, Fayette County Reservoir, Lake Fayette, East Navidad River, West Navidad River, Cummins Creek, Cedar Creek, Rabbs Creek, Buckners Creek, Williams Creek, Baylor Creek, Cedar Creek Reservoir, stock ponds, wetlands, springs, floodplain lakes, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Fayette County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
The Falls Golf Club & ResortNew Ulm29.9018°N, 96.5207°W
Frisch Auf Valley Country ClubLa Grange29.9248°N, 96.8694°W
Schulenburg Golf CourseSchulenburg29.6928°N, 96.9202°W

Colleges and Universities in Fayette County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Blinn CollegePublicCommunity CollegePrimary community college district serving most of Fayette County
Austin Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeServes portions of western Fayette County through service area agreements
Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityMajor regional university within commuting distance
Texas State UniversityPublicUniversityRegional public university serving Central Texas

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Fayette County QuickFacts
  2. Official Fayette County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Fayette County
  4. Texas Almanac - Fayette County
  5. Blinn College