Leon County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Leon County, Texas

Map of Leon County, Texas

Leon County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Centerville. As per 2020 census, the population of Leon County is 15959 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,072 sq mi (2,776 km2). Leon County was established on 1846.

Facts about Leon County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionEast-Central Texas / Piney Woods
County SeatCenterville
Named AfterMartin de León, early Mexican empresario and rancher
Established1846
Organized1846
Coordinates31.5990° N, 95.9710° W
Total Area1,081 sq mi
Land Area1,073 sq mi
Water Area8 sq mi
Population (2020)16,206
Population RankRural East-Central Texas county
Major CitiesCenterville, Buffalo, Marquez
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Cattle Ranching, Oil & Gas, Timber
Major AirportNearest major airport: Waco Regional Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForEast Texas piney woods, Rural heritage, Agriculture and ranching, Small-town communities
Websitehttps://www.co.leon.tx.us

Top Attractions in Leon County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Centerville – Shops, cafés, murals, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Leon County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse anchoring downtown Centerville.
  • Leon County Historical Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and local heritage.
  • Centerville City Park – Walking trails, picnic areas, and family-friendly recreation.
  • Historic Rail Depot (Centerville) – Landmark reflecting the county’s railroad history.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic East Texas drives through cattle ranches and farmland.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and wildlife observation opportunities.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic structures dotting the rural landscape.
  • Scenic Country Drives – Quiet roads ideal for photography and exploring East Texas scenery.
  • Historic Homesteads and Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in Leon County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
BuffaloCity180431.4638°N, 96.0583°W
Centerville (county seat)City89231.2577°N, 95.9780°W
JewettCity111831.3613°N, 96.1441°W
LeonaTown15131.1558°N, 95.9972°W
MarquezCity26331.3077°N, 96.1939°W
Normangee (partly in Madison County)Town71931.0288°N, 96.1133°W
Oakwood (partly in Freestone County)Town51031.5860°N, 95.8522°W
Hilltop LakesCensus Designated Place (CDP)101531.0726°N, 96.2187°W
ConcordUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.4088°N, 95.8819°W
FlynnUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.1908°N, 96.1272°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Leon County

  • Interstate 45 - major north-south interstate connecting Dallas and Houston through Buffalo and Centerville
  • U.S. Highway 79 - east-west corridor crossing the county through Buffalo, Jewett, and Oakwood
  • Texas State Highway 7 - serves Centerville and connects to Crockett and Marlin
  • Texas State Highway 75 - parallels Interstate 45 through the county
  • Texas State Highway 164 - connects Buffalo with Groesbeck and Fairfield
  • State Highway OSR (Old San Antonio Road) - follows portions of the southern county boundary
  • Farm to Market Road 1119 - serves rural communities and ranchlands

What are Neighboring Counties of Leon County

  • Freestone County (north)
  • Anderson County (northeast)
  • Houston County (east)
  • Madison County (south)
  • Robertson County (west)
  • Limestone County (northwest)

Distance from Leon County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Buffalo1711
Jewett2415
Normangee3622
Leona1711
Fairfield (Freestone County)4427
Crockett (Houston County)6239
Madisonville (Madison County)4729
Palestine (Anderson County)7043
Hearne (Robertson County)6339
Mexia (Limestone County)7245
Bryan (Brazos County)8855
College Station (Brazos County)9559
Waco (McLennan County)12980
Houston (Harris County)193120
Dallas (Dallas County)233145

Waterbodies in Leon County

Trinity River, Navasota River, Lake Limestone, Keechi Creek, Upper Keechi Creek, Boggy Creek, Birch Creek, Clear Creek, Caney Creek, wetlands, farm ponds, stock tanks, flood-control reservoirs, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Leon County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Hilltop Lakes Golf CourseHilltop Lakes31.0721°N, 96.2204°W
Tri-County Golf ClubTeague31.6236°N, 96.2869°W
Oak Hollow Golf CourseFranklin31.0237°N, 96.4879°W
Bryan Municipal Golf CourseBryan30.6763°N, 96.3196°W

Colleges and Universities in Leon County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Trinity Valley Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegePrimary community college serving Leon County residents
Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityMajor research university in nearby College Station
Sam Houston State UniversityPublicUniversityRegional public university serving East Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Leon CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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