Harris County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Harris County, Texas

Map of Harris County, Texas

Harris County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Houston. As per 2020 census, the population of Harris County is 4728030 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,729 sq mi (4,478 km2). Harris County was established on 1836.

Facts about Harris County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSoutheastern Texas
County SeatHouston
Named AfterJohn Richardson Harris
Established1836
Organized1837
Coordinates29.7752° N, 95.3103° W
Total Area1,777 sq mi
Land Area1,707 sq mi
Water Area70 sq mi
Population (2020)4.73 million
Population RankMost populous county in Texas
Major CityHouston
Main IndustriesEnergy, Healthcare, Technology, Shipping, Aerospace
Major AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForHouston Space Center, Energy industry, Port of Houston
Websitehttps://www.harriscountytx.gov

Top Attractions in Harris County, Texas

  • Space Center Houston – NASA visitor center with space exhibits and astronaut programs.
  • Houston Museum of Natural Science – Popular museum featuring dinosaurs, space hall, and IMAX shows.
  • Houston Zoo – Home to over 6,000 animals with African and Asian wildlife exhibits.
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Houston – One of the largest art museums in the U.S. with rotating exhibitions.
  • Toyota Center – Indoor arena hosting Houston Rockets games and major concerts.
  • The Galleria – Texas’ largest shopping mall with top brands and an indoor ice rink.
  • Downtown Aquarium – Marine exhibits, shark tunnel, rides, and themed dining.
  • Buffalo Bayou Park – Scenic urban green space great for biking and kayaking.
  • Discovery Green – Central downtown park with events, family areas, and lake views.
  • Hermann Park – Large city park with lakes, gardens, and Houston Zoo entrance.
  • San Jacinto Battleground & Monument – Historic Texas battle site with a tall monument.
  • Armand Bayou Nature Center – Nature preserve offering trails, wildlife viewing and tours.
  • Menil Collection – Free art museum known for modern and contemporary art.
  • Minute Maid Park – Baseball stadium and home of the Houston Astros.
  • Houston Botanic Garden – Gardens showcasing global plants and peaceful walking paths.

Cities and Towns in Harris County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Houston (county seat)City230458029.7604°N, 95.3698°W
PasadenaCity15195029.6911°N, 95.2091°W
BaytownCity8370129.7355°N, 94.9774°W
Pearland (partly in Brazoria County)City12582829.5636°N, 95.2860°W
League City (partly in Galveston County)City11439229.5075°N, 95.0949°W
Deer ParkCity3449529.7058°N, 95.1238°W
La PorteCity3562429.6658°N, 95.0194°W
BellaireCity1720229.7058°N, 95.4588°W
HumbleCity1639529.9988°N, 95.2622°W
TomballCity1284130.0972°N, 95.6161°W
Katy (partly in Fort Bend and Waller counties)City2172929.7858°N, 95.8245°W
South HoustonCity1724729.6630°N, 95.2352°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Harris County

  • Interstate 10 - major east-west corridor through Houston
  • Interstate 45 - north-south route connecting Houston with Dallas and Galveston
  • Interstate 69 / U.S. Highway 59 - major corridor through central Houston
  • Interstate 610 - inner loop around central Houston
  • Beltway 8 (Sam Houston Tollway) - circumferential route around much of the county
  • State Highway 99 (Grand Parkway) - outer loop serving suburban communities
  • U.S. Highway 290 - northwest corridor toward Austin
  • U.S. Highway 90 - east-west route through the county
  • Texas State Highway 225 - serves Pasadena and the petrochemical corridor
  • Texas State Highway 146 - connects Baytown, La Porte, and coastal communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Harris County

  • Montgomery County (north)
  • Liberty County (northeast)
  • Chambers County (east)
  • Galveston County (southeast)
  • Brazoria County (south)
  • Fort Bend County (southwest)
  • Waller County (northwest)

Distance from Harris County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Pasadena1811
Baytown4226
Pearland2415
Tomball4830
Katy4729
Conroe (Montgomery County)6440
Galveston (Galveston County)8251
Liberty (Liberty County)6943
Rosenberg (Fort Bend County)5635
Brenham (Washington County)11672
College Station (Brazos County)15496
Beaumont (Jefferson County)13785
Victoria (Victoria County)201125
Austin (Travis County)266165
Dallas (Dallas County)386240

Waterbodies in Harris County

Buffalo Bayou, San Jacinto River, Lake Houston, Clear Lake, Galveston Bay, Cedar Bayou, Greens Bayou, Brays Bayou, White Oak Bayou, Addicks Reservoir, Barker Reservoir, Armand Bayou, Spring Creek, Cypress Creek, wetlands, marshes, detention lakes, and coastal waterways

Best Golf Courses in Harris County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Memorial Park Golf CourseHouston29.7795°N, 95.4415°W
Golf Club of HoustonHumble29.9697°N, 95.1703°W
BlackHorse Golf ClubCypress29.9728°N, 95.6931°W
Wildcat Golf ClubHouston29.6296°N, 95.3875°W
Champions Golf ClubHouston30.0168°N, 95.5160°W

Colleges and Universities in Harris County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of HoustonPublicUniversityMajor public research university and flagship of the UH System
Rice UniversityPrivateUniversityNationally recognized research university
Texas Southern UniversityPublicUniversityHistorically Black university in Houston
University of Houston-DowntownPublicUniversityUrban public university serving downtown Houston
Houston Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOne of the largest community college systems in the United States
San Jacinto CollegePublicCommunity CollegeServes eastern Harris County communities

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Harris County QuickFacts
  2. Official Harris County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Harris County
  4. Greater Houston Partnership
  5. University of Houston