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Map of Grayson County, Texas
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Grayson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Sherman. As per 2020 census, the population of Grayson County is 139336 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 934 sq mi (2,419 km2). Grayson County was established on 1846.
Facts about Grayson County, Texas
| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| Region | North Texas / Red River Valley |
| County Seat | Sherman |
| Named After | Peter Wagener Grayson, Texas diplomat and attorney general |
| Established | 1846 |
| Organized | 1846 |
| Coordinates | 33.6690° N, 96.6130° W |
| Total Area | 979 sq mi |
| Land Area | 933 sq mi |
| Water Area | 46 sq mi |
| Population (2020) | 121,907 |
| Population Rank | Moderately populated North Texas county |
| Major Cities | Sherman, Denison, Van Alstyne, Howe |
| Main Industries | Manufacturing, Retail, Education, Healthcare, Agriculture |
| Major Airport | North Texas Regional Airport (Denison), Sherman Municipal Airport |
| Time Zone | Central Time (UTC−06:00) |
| Known For | Lake Texoma, Eisenhower Birthplace, Red River Valley history |
| Website | https://www.co.grayson.tx.us |
Top Attractions in Grayson County, Texas
- Historic Downtown Sherman – Shops, restaurants, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
- Harber Wildlife Museum – Local and exotic wildlife exhibits.
- Texoma Lake – Boating, fishing, camping, and lakeside recreation.
- Grayson County Frontier Village – Living history museum depicting early settlement life.
- Denison Downtown District – Historic shops, cafés, and murals near the Red River.
- Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site – Childhood home of President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
- Winnsboro Trail Park – Walking trails, picnic areas, and natural scenery.
- Lake Texoma Golf Courses – Recreation and golfing near the lake.
- Denison Dam & Lake Texoma Overlook – Scenic views and fishing areas.
- Historic Grayson County Courthouse – Iconic courthouse building in Sherman.
Cities and Towns in Grayson County, Texas
| Place | Type | Population (Census 2020) | Latitude & Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman (county seat) | City | 43461 | 33.6357°N, 96.6089°W |
| Denison | City | 24855 | 33.7557°N, 96.5367°W |
| Van Alstyne (partly in Collin County) | City | 4369 | 33.4215°N, 96.5761°W |
| Whitesboro | City | 3833 | 33.6568°N, 96.9067°W |
| Howe | Town | 3088 | 33.5101°N, 96.6178°W |
| Pottsboro | Town | 2204 | 33.7687°N, 96.6694°W |
| Gunter | City | 2060 | 33.4471°N, 96.7475°W |
| Bells | Town | 1457 | 33.6109°N, 96.4105°W |
| Collinsville | Town | 1655 | 33.5607°N, 96.9117°W |
| Tom Bean | City | 1045 | 33.5190°N, 96.4839°W |
| Tioga | Town | 1141 | 33.4679°N, 96.9183°W |
| Whitewright | Town | 1725 | 33.5129°N, 96.3922°W |
What are Major Roads and Highways in Grayson County
- U.S. Highway 75 - major north-south corridor connecting Sherman, Denison, Dallas, and Oklahoma
- U.S. Highway 82 - east-west route connecting Sherman with Gainesville and Bonham
- U.S. Highway 69 - serves Denison and southeastern portions of the county
- U.S. Highway 377 - connects Whitesboro, Collinsville, and Lake Texoma communities
- Texas State Highway 5 - parallels U.S. Highway 75 through southern Grayson County
- Texas State Highway 11 - connects Sherman with Whitewright and Commerce
- Texas State Highway 91 - serves Denison and Lake Texoma areas
- Texas State Highway 289 - major route connecting Lake Texoma and the Dallas-Fort Worth region
What are Neighboring Counties of Grayson County
- Marshall County, Oklahoma (north)
- Bryan County, Oklahoma (northeast)
- Fannin County (east)
- Collin County (south)
- Denton County (southwest)
- Cooke County (west)
- Love County, Oklahoma (northwest)
Distance from Grayson County to Nearby Cities
| City | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Denison | 16 | 10 |
| Howe | 18 | 11 |
| Pottsboro | 21 | 13 |
| Whitesboro | 29 | 18 |
| Bonham (Fannin County) | 42 | 26 |
| Gainesville (Cooke County) | 50 | 31 |
| McKinney (Collin County) | 67 | 42 |
| Denton (Denton County) | 87 | 54 |
| Durant, Oklahoma | 34 | 21 |
| Ardmore, Oklahoma | 67 | 42 |
| Dallas (Dallas County) | 105 | 65 |
| Fort Worth (Tarrant County) | 123 | 76 |
| Tyler (Smith County) | 191 | 119 |
| Wichita Falls (Wichita County) | 177 | 110 |
| Oklahoma City, Oklahoma | 275 | 171 |
Waterbodies in Grayson County
Lake Texoma, Red River, Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge wetlands, Choctaw Creek, Mineral Creek, Sandy Creek, Pilot Grove Creek, Sister Grove Creek tributaries, Randell Lake, Coffee Mill Lake, stock ponds, reservoirs, wetlands, flood-control lakes, and seasonal streams
Best Golf Courses in Grayson County, Texas
| Golf Course | Location | Latitude & Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Tanglewood Resort Golf Course | Pottsboro | 33.8328°N, 96.6958°W |
| Stone Creek Golf Club | Sherman | 33.6818°N, 96.6285°W |
| Woodlawn Country Club | Sherman | 33.6537°N, 96.6327°W |
| Denison Country Club | Denison | 33.7804°N, 96.5575°W |
| Grayson Hills Golf Club | Whitewright | 33.4969°N, 96.3895°W |
Colleges and Universities in Grayson County, Texas
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grayson College | Public | Community College | Primary community college serving Grayson County |
| Austin College | Private | University | Historic liberal arts college in Sherman |
| Texas A&M University-Commerce - Higher Education Center at Grayson | Public | University | Bachelor's and graduate degree completion programs |
| Southeastern Oklahoma State University | Public | University | Regional university located nearby in Durant, Oklahoma |
References
- U.S. Census Bureau - Grayson County QuickFacts
- Official Grayson County Website
- Texas State Historical Association - Grayson County
- Grayson College
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References
- ^ QuickFacts: Grayson County, Texas - United States Census Bureau
- ^ United States Census Bureau - Population and Housing Data
- ^ TIGER/Line Shapefiles - United States Census Bureau
- ^ United States Geological Survey (USGS)
- ^ National Geodetic Survey (NGS), NOAA
- ^ Official Website of Grayson County, Texas
- ^ Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
