Hansford County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Hansford County, Texas

Map of Hansford County, Texas

Hansford County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Spearman. As per 2020 census, the population of Hansford County is 5159 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 920 sq mi (2,383 km2). Hansford County was established on 1876.

Facts about Hansford County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionTexas Panhandle / High Plains
County SeatSpearman
Named AfterHugh Hanson Hansford, Texas Revolutionary soldier
Established1889
Organized1909
Coordinates36.0700° N, 101.5800° W
Total Area912 sq mi
Land Area912 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)5,264
Population RankSparsely populated Panhandle county
Major CitySpearman
Main IndustriesAgriculture (wheat, corn, cotton), Ranching, Oil & Gas
Major AirportSpearman Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForHigh Plains agriculture, Wheat production, Small-town Panhandle community
Websitehttps://www.co.hansford.tx.us

Top Attractions in Hansford County, Texas

  • Hansford County Courthouse (Spearman) – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Spearman.
  • Spearman City Park – Community park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and walking trails.
  • Downtown Spearman – Shops, murals, cafés, and small-town charm.
  • Local Ranchlands – Scenic West Texas drives with cattle ranches and open plains.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and small-game observation spots.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic farm windmills dotting the countryside.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Sites commemorating early railroad history in the county.
  • High Plains Scenic Drives – Expansive plains with cotton fields and wide-open landscapes.
  • Spearman Veterans Memorial Park – Monument and green space honoring local service members.
  • Rural Community Landmarks – Historic homesteads and structures reflecting Hansford County heritage.

Cities and Towns in Hansford County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Spearman (county seat)City317136.1981°N, 101.1924°W
GruverCity113036.2650°N, 101.4018°W
MorseCensus Designated Place (CDP)14736.0608°N, 101.4755°W
HitchlandUnincorporated CommunityN/A36.2836°N, 101.5280°W
FarwellGhost TownN/A36.2121°N, 101.3059°W
HansfordGhost TownN/A36.2798°N, 101.3453°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Hansford County

  • Texas State Highway 15 - east-west route connecting Spearman with Perryton and Stratford
  • Texas State Highway 51 - links Spearman with Dumas and Oklahoma communities
  • Texas State Highway 136 - north-south corridor through Spearman and Morse
  • Texas State Highway 207 - serves southeastern portions of the county
  • Farm to Market Road 759 - connects agricultural areas with Spearman
  • Farm to Market Road 281 - serves rural ranching and farming communities
  • Farm to Market Road 520 - provides access to northern county communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Hansford County

  • Texas County, Oklahoma (north)
  • Ochiltree County (east)
  • Roberts County (southeast)
  • Hutchinson County (south)
  • Sherman County (west)

Distance from Hansford County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Gruver1811
Morse2314
Perryton (Ochiltree County)5031
Stinnett (Hutchinson County)6138
Borger (Hutchinson County)7446
Stratford (Sherman County)8452
Guymon, Oklahoma4327
Dumas (Moore County)8855
Canadian (Hemphill County)11672
Dalhart (Dallam County)12980
Amarillo (Potter County)14892
Liberal, Kansas12376
Clovis, New Mexico254158
Lubbock (Lubbock County)274170
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma404251

Waterbodies in Hansford County

Palo Duro Creek, Palo Duro Reservoir, North Canadian River tributaries, Coldwater Creek, Horse Creek, Dry Creek, Adobe Creek, Wolf Creek tributaries, stock ponds, playa lakes, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, ranch reservoirs, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Hansford County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Hansford Golf ClubSpearman36.1915°N, 101.2017°W
Borger Country ClubBorger35.6542°N, 101.3961°W
Pheasant Trails Golf CourseDumas35.8687°N, 101.9675°W

Colleges and Universities in Hansford County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Frank Phillips CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving Hansford County
West Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityMajor regional university serving the Texas Panhandle
Oklahoma Panhandle State UniversityPublicUniversityNearby university in Goodwell, Oklahoma
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Hansford CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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