Knox County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Knox County, Texas

Map of Knox County, Texas

Knox County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Benjamin. As per 2020 census, the population of Knox County is 3351 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 854 sq mi (2,212 km2). Knox County was established on 1858.

Facts about Knox County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionNorth Texas / Rolling Plains
County SeatBenjamin
Named AfterHenry Knox, first U.S. Secretary of War
Established1886
Organized1886
Coordinates33.5970° N, 99.8640° W
Total Area855 sq mi
Land Area847 sq mi
Water Area8 sq mi
Population (2020)3,353
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in North Texas
Major CommunityBenjamin
Main IndustriesAgriculture (wheat, cotton, cattle), Oil & Gas
Major AirportNearest major airport: Wichita Falls Regional Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForRolling Plains landscapes, Ranching and farming culture, Rural North Texas
Websitehttps://www.co.knox.tx.us

Top Attractions in Knox County, Texas

  • Knox County Courthouse (Benjamin) – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Benjamin.
  • Downtown Benjamin – Small-town shops, cafés, and local heritage buildings.
  • Knox County Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and local history.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic West Texas drives through open plains and cattle ranches.
  • High Plains Scenic Drives – Expansive farmland and rural landscapes ideal for photography.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and small-game observation opportunities.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic windmills scattered across the countryside.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Landmarks commemorating early railroad routes through the county.
  • Benjamin City Park – Community park with picnic areas, playgrounds, and walking trails.
  • Scenic Country Roads – Quiet roads perfect for exploring rural West Texas scenery.

Cities and Towns in Knox County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Benjamin (county seat)City20033.5837°N, 99.7923°W
Knox CityCity125333.4187°N, 99.8123°W
MundayCity125033.4509°N, 99.6229°W
GoreeCity17033.4698°N, 99.5226°W
RhinelandCity10833.3218°N, 99.6398°W
TruscottUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.7462°N, 99.8062°W
VeraUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.6203°N, 99.5045°W
BomartonUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.5112°N, 99.4351°W
SunsetHistoric CommunityN/A33.5336°N, 99.9124°W
Union GroveRural CommunityN/A33.3782°N, 99.6904°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Knox County

  • U.S. Highway 82 - major east-west route through Benjamin and Munday
  • U.S. Highway 277 - north-south corridor serving Munday and Knox City
  • Texas State Highway 6 - connects Knox City with Haskell and Rule
  • Texas State Highway 222 - links Knox County with King and Haskell counties
  • Farm to Market Road 143 - serves agricultural communities and ranchlands
  • Farm to Market Road 267 - provides access to rural farming areas
  • Farm to Market Road 2534 - connects smaller communities and agricultural operations

What are Neighboring Counties of Knox County

  • Foard County (north)
  • Baylor County (east)
  • Haskell County (south)
  • Jones County (southwest)
  • King County (west)
  • Cottle County (northwest)

Distance from Knox County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Knox City2817
Munday2214
Goree3119
Seymour (Baylor County)4830
Haskell (Haskell County)4226
Crowell (Foard County)5836
Aspermont (Stonewall County)7949
Paducah (Cottle County)8251
Stamford (Jones County)8352
Wichita Falls (Wichita County)12880
Abilene (Taylor County)14590
Lubbock (Lubbock County)196122
Fort Worth (Tarrant County)264164
Dallas (Dallas County)297185
Austin (Travis County)392244

Waterbodies in Knox County

Brazos River tributaries, Wichita River tributaries, Miller Creek, South Wichita River, Salt Fork Brazos River tributaries, China Creek, Beaver Creek, stock tanks, farm ponds, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, flood-control reservoirs, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Knox County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Knox City Country ClubKnox City33.4171°N, 99.8174°W
Seymour Country ClubSeymour33.5968°N, 99.2627°W
Stamford Country ClubStamford32.9498°N, 99.7891°W

Colleges and Universities in Knox County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Vernon CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college service area for Knox County
Midwestern State UniversityPublicUniversityRegional public university in Wichita Falls
Hardin-Simmons UniversityPrivateUniversityHigher education option serving West Texas residents
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Knox CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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