Lavaca County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Lavaca County, Texas

Map of Lavaca County, Texas

Lavaca County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Hallettsville. As per 2020 census, the population of Lavaca County is 20544 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 970 sq mi (2,512 km2). Lavaca County was established on 1842.

Facts about Lavaca County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth-Central Texas / Gulf Coastal Plains
County SeatHallettsville
Named AfterLavaca River
Established1846
Organized1846
Coordinates29.4650° N, 97.6350° W
Total Area970 sq mi
Land Area959 sq mi
Water Area11 sq mi
Population (2020)20,254
Population RankModerately populated South-Central Texas county
Major CitiesHallettsville, Shiner, Moulton, Yoakum (part)
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Brewing (Shiner Beer), Manufacturing, Retail
Major AirportHallettsville Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForShiner Brewery, South Texas rural heritage, Agriculture, Historic towns
Websitehttps://www.co.lavaca.tx.us

Top Attractions in Lavaca County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Hallettsville – Shops, cafés, murals, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Lavaca County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse anchoring downtown Hallettsville.
  • Lavaca County Historical Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and regional heritage.
  • Hallettsville City Park – Walking trails, playgrounds, and family-friendly recreation areas.
  • Historic Rail Depot (Hallettsville) – Landmark reflecting the county’s railroad history.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic drives through South Texas cattle ranches and farmland.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and small-game observation spots.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic windmills scattered across the rural landscape.
  • Scenic Country Drives – Quiet roads ideal for exploring South Texas countryside.
  • Historic Homesteads and Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in Lavaca County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Hallettsville (county seat)City255029.4438°N, 96.9428°W
Yoakum (partly in DeWitt County)City581529.2888°N, 97.1519°W
ShinerCity212729.4291°N, 97.1700°W
MoultonTown85429.5730°N, 97.1428°W
Sweet HomeUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.4705°N, 97.0611°W
BreslauUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.5224°N, 96.8794°W
SublimeUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.4172°N, 97.0339°W
SpeaksUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.6357°N, 96.9908°W
MoraviaHistoric CommunityN/A29.5718°N, 96.9868°W
WittingHistoric CommunityN/A29.4769°N, 97.1220°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Lavaca County

  • U.S. Highway 77 - major north-south corridor through Hallettsville and Yoakum
  • U.S. Highway 77 Alternate - serves western portions of the county
  • U.S. Highway 90 Alternate - east-west route through Hallettsville and Shiner
  • Texas State Highway 95 - connects Shiner with Gonzales and Flatonia
  • Texas State Highway 111 - serves Yoakum and southeastern communities
  • Farm to Market Road 530 - links rural farming communities
  • Farm to Market Road 957 - serves agricultural and ranching areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Lavaca County

  • Fayette County (north)
  • Colorado County (northeast)
  • Jackson County (southeast)
  • Victoria County (south)
  • DeWitt County (southwest)
  • Gonzales County (west)

Distance from Lavaca County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Shiner2214
Moulton2214
Yoakum2918
Flatonia (Fayette County)4930
Gonzales (Gonzales County)6138
La Grange (Fayette County)6842
Edna (Jackson County)7446
Victoria (Victoria County)8352
Cuero (DeWitt County)5232
Schulenburg (Fayette County)4427
Columbus (Colorado County)8251
San Antonio (Bexar County)14590
Austin (Travis County)15496
Houston (Harris County)194121
Corpus Christi (Nueces County)216134

Waterbodies in Lavaca County

Lavaca River, Navidad River, Rocky Creek, Mustang Creek, Brushy Creek, Sandy Creek, Little Rocky Creek, West Mustang Creek, farm ponds, stock tanks, wetlands, flood-control reservoirs, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Lavaca County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Hallettsville Golf Association CourseHallettsville29.4520°N, 96.9475°W
Shiner Golf ClubShiner29.4278°N, 97.1775°W
Yoakum Municipal Golf CourseYoakum29.3005°N, 97.1497°W
Victoria Country ClubVictoria28.8456°N, 96.9794°W

Colleges and Universities in Lavaca County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Victoria CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college serving Lavaca County
Texas State UniversityPublicUniversityMajor regional university in nearby San Marcos
University of Houston-VictoriaPublicUniversityRegional higher education institution serving South Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Lavaca CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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