Garza County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Garza County, Texas

Map of Garza County, Texas

Garza County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Post. As per 2020 census, the population of Garza County is 5863 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 896 sq mi (2,321 km2). Garza County was established on 1876.

Facts about Garza County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionWest Texas / Llano Estacado
County SeatPost
Named AfterCaroline Garza, early settler in the region
Established1876
Organized1907
Coordinates33.1880° N, 101.3830° W
Total Area896 sq mi
Land Area896 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)6,187
Population RankRural sparsely populated West Texas county
Major CityPost
Main IndustriesAgriculture (cotton, wheat, grain sorghum), Ranching, Wind Energy
Major AirportNearest major airport: Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForLlano Estacado plains, Post’s agricultural history, Wind farms
Websitehttps://www.co.garza.tx.us

Top Attractions in Garza County, Texas

  • Garza County Courthouse (Post) – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Post.
  • Post Downtown Historic District – Shops, cafés, and early 20th-century architecture.
  • Post City Park – Family-friendly park with walking trails and picnic areas.
  • Garza County Museum – Local history exhibits featuring ranching and pioneer life.
  • West Texas Ranchlands – Scenic drives through open plains and farmland.
  • Rural Windmill Sites – Iconic West Texas landscapes with historic windmills.
  • Post Golf Course – Small-town golf course for recreational play.
  • Running Water Draw Area – Natural area ideal for birding and wildlife observation.
  • Cap Rock Scenic Routes (Nearby) – Rolling plains and scenic High Plains vistas.
  • Historic Post Hotels and Buildings – Early 20th-century structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in Garza County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Post (county seat)City557033.1901°N, 101.3782°W
JusticeburgUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.0426°N, 101.1990°W
Close CityUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.0782°N, 101.0617°W
GrahamUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.2451°N, 101.5538°W
Southland (partly in Garza County)Census Designated Place (CDP)12033.3607°N, 101.5449°W
VerbenaGhost TownN/A33.0798°N, 101.3169°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Garza County

  • U.S. Highway 84 - east toward Snyder and west toward Lubbock
  • U.S. Highway 380 - east toward Clairemont and west toward Tahoka
  • Texas State Highway 207 - connects Post with Floydada and South Plains communities
  • Farm to Market Road 651 - serves agricultural and ranching areas
  • Farm to Market Road 669 - connects Post with Justiceburg and Lake Alan Henry
  • Farm to Market Road 1313 - links rural communities and oil-producing areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Garza County

  • Crosby County (north)
  • Kent County (east)
  • Scurry County (southeast)
  • Borden County (south)
  • Lynn County (west)
  • Lubbock County (northwest)

Distance from Garza County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Justiceburg2717
Tahoka (Lynn County)4125
Floydada (Floyd County)7446
Snyder (Scurry County)7748
Ralls (Crosby County)5937
Lubbock (Lubbock County)7245
Brownfield (Terry County)8855
Colorado City (Mitchell County)11370
Big Spring (Howard County)11974
Levelland (Hockley County)12477
Abilene (Taylor County)204127
Midland (Midland County)193120
Odessa (Ector County)215134
Amarillo (Potter County)225140
Fort Worth (Tarrant County)469291

Waterbodies in Garza County

Lake Alan Henry, Double Mountain Fork Brazos River, Salt Fork Brazos River tributaries, Running Water Draw, Yellowhouse Draw tributaries, Lake Alan Henry Reservoir, Cottonwood Creek, Sand Creek, Grape Creek, ranch reservoirs, stock ponds, wetlands, springs, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Garza County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Post Municipal Golf CoursePost33.1935°N, 101.3851°W
Lake Ridge Country ClubLubbock33.5196°N, 101.9234°W
The Rawls CourseLubbock33.5847°N, 101.8746°W

Colleges and Universities in Garza County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
South Plains CollegePublicCommunity CollegePrimary community college serving Garza County residents
Texas Tech UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public research university in nearby Lubbock
Lubbock Christian UniversityPrivateUniversityRegional higher education institution
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Garza CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Garza County QuickFacts
  2. Official Garza County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Garza County
  4. City of Post Official Website
  5. South Plains College