Hill County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Hill County, Texas

Map of Hill County, Texas

Hill County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Hillsboro. As per 2020 census, the population of Hill County is 36471 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 962 sq mi (2,492 km2). Hill County was established on 1853.

Facts about Hill County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionCentral Texas / Brazos River Basin
County SeatHillsboro
Named AfterGeorge Washington Hill, early settler
Established1853
Organized1853
Coordinates32.0010° N, 97.1230° W
Total Area986 sq mi
Land Area959 sq mi
Water Area27 sq mi
Population (2020)35,874
Population RankModerately populated Central Texas county
Major CitiesHillsboro, Italy, Hubbard, Mount Calm
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail
Major AirportHillsboro Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForLake Whitney, Historical downtown Hillsboro, Central Texas landscapes
Websitehttps://www.co.hill.tx.us

Top Attractions in Hill County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Hillsboro – Shops, cafés, murals, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Hill County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse anchoring the town square.
  • Lake Whitney – Fishing, boating, swimming, and lakeside recreation.
  • Lake Whitney State Park – Camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing along the lake.
  • Hillsboro City Park – Family-friendly park with playgrounds and picnic areas.
  • Historic Downtown Abbott – Small-town charm with shops, cafés, and local history.
  • Abbott Heritage Museum – Exhibits on local history and pioneer life.
  • Scenic Country Drives – Rolling hills, farmland, and rural landscapes ideal for photography.
  • Hill County Historical Museum – Artifacts showcasing ranching, settlement, and county heritage.
  • Lake Whitney Marina & Recreation Areas – Boat rentals, fishing, and lakeside amenities.

Cities and Towns in Hill County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Hillsboro (county seat)City845632.0107°N, 97.1295°W
WhitneyCity199031.9510°N, 97.3161°W
ItascaCity164532.1590°N, 97.1447°W
HubbardCity142331.8491°N, 96.7980°W
BynumTown19931.9793°N, 97.0020°W
BlumTown44432.1457°N, 97.3978°W
CovingtonTown26932.1735°N, 97.2597°W
AbbottTown35231.8854°N, 97.0811°W
AquillaTown10931.8524°N, 97.2150°W
Carl's CornerTown17332.1101°N, 97.0166°W
PenelopeTown19831.8585°N, 96.9281°W
MertensTown12532.0329°N, 96.8969°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Hill County

  • Interstate 35 - major north-south corridor through Hillsboro connecting Dallas and Waco
  • Interstate 35W - western branch of Interstate 35 through the county
  • U.S. Highway 77 - parallels Interstate 35 through Hillsboro
  • Texas State Highway 22 - east-west route connecting Hillsboro and Whitney
  • Texas State Highway 171 - links Hillsboro with Cleburne and Mexia
  • Texas State Highway 174 - serves Blum and northern Hill County
  • Farm to Market Road 933 - connects Whitney Lake communities with Hillsboro

What are Neighboring Counties of Hill County

  • Ellis County (north)
  • Navarro County (east)
  • Limestone County (southeast)
  • McLennan County (south)
  • Bosque County (southwest)
  • Johnson County (west)

Distance from Hill County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Whitney2918
Itasca2113
Hubbard3522
Cleburne (Johnson County)4125
Corsicana (Navarro County)5232
Mexia (Limestone County)6742
Meridian (Bosque County)6339
Waco (McLennan County)5534
Waxahachie (Ellis County)4729
Temple (Bell County)10465
Fort Worth (Tarrant County)8955
Dallas (Dallas County)9660
Killeen (Bell County)12276
Austin (Travis County)197122
Houston (Harris County)314195

Waterbodies in Hill County

Lake Whitney, Brazos River, Aquilla Lake, Nolan River, Richland Creek, White Rock Creek, Childress Creek, Hackberry Creek, Mesquite Creek, wetlands, reservoirs, flood-control lakes, farm ponds, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Hill County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
White Bluff Resort - New CourseWhitney32.0119°N, 97.3777°W
White Bluff Resort - Old CourseWhitney31.9968°N, 97.3678°W
Hillsboro Country ClubHillsboro32.0225°N, 97.1417°W
Lake Whitney Golf ClubWhitney31.9486°N, 97.3262°W

Colleges and Universities in Hill County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Hill CollegePublicCommunity CollegeMain campus located in Hillsboro serving Central Texas
Texas State Technical College - North TexasPublicTechnical CollegeCareer and workforce training programs
Baylor UniversityPrivateUniversityMajor research university located nearby in Waco
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Hill CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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