Liberty County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Liberty County, Texas

Map of Liberty County, Texas

Liberty County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Liberty. As per 2020 census, the population of Liberty County is 97621 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,160 sq mi (3,004 km2). Liberty County was established on 1836.

Facts about Liberty County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSoutheast Texas / Gulf Coastal Plains
County SeatLiberty
Named AfterLiberty, symbolic reference to American independence
Established1836
Organized1837
Coordinates30.0530° N, 94.7960° W
Total Area1,176 sq mi
Land Area1,161 sq mi
Water Area15 sq mi
Population (2020)92,934
Population RankModerately populated Southeast Texas county
Major CitiesLiberty, Dayton, Cleveland (part), Hardin (part)
Main IndustriesPetrochemicals, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Retail, Energy
Major AirportLiberty Municipal Airport / Houston airports nearby
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForBig Thicket region, Petrochemical industry, East Texas forests, Rural and suburban communities
Websitehttps://www.co.liberty.tx.us

Top Attractions in Liberty County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Liberty – Shops, cafés, murals, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Liberty County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse anchoring downtown Liberty.
  • Liberty County Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, timber industry, and local heritage.
  • Liberty City Park – Walking trails, picnic areas, and family-friendly recreation.
  • Historic Rail Depot (Liberty) – Landmark reflecting the county’s railroad history.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic East Texas drives through farmland and cattle ranches.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and small-game observation spots.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic structures scattered across 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 Liberty County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Liberty (county seat)City8,27930.0572°N, 94.7958°W
DaytonCity8,77730.0466°N, 94.8852°W
ClevelandCity7,47130.3413°N, 95.0852°W
AmesCity1,00330.0547°N, 94.7422°W
DaisettaCity92330.1130°N, 94.6405°W
HardinCity81930.1355°N, 94.7544°W
KenefickCity56330.1030°N, 94.8502°W
DeversCity44730.0430°N, 94.5816°W
Plum GroveCity60030.2435°N, 95.1158°W
North ClevelandCensus Designated Place (CDP)24730.3770°N, 95.0924°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Liberty County

  • Interstate 69 / U.S. Highway 59 - major north-south corridor through Cleveland
  • U.S. Highway 90 - east-west route connecting Liberty, Dayton, and Beaumont
  • Texas State Highway 146 - links Liberty County with Baytown and Livingston
  • Texas State Highway 321 - connects Dayton and Cleveland
  • Texas State Highway 105 - crosses the northern portion of the county
  • Farm to Market Road 1960 - serves growing residential areas near the Harris County line
  • Farm to Market Road 787 - provides access to rural communities and timberlands

What are Neighboring Counties of Liberty County

  • Polk County (north)
  • San Jacinto County (northwest)
  • Montgomery County (west)
  • Harris County (southwest)
  • Chambers County (south)
  • Jefferson County (southeast)
  • Hardin County (east)

Distance from Liberty County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Dayton159
Cleveland4226
Ames64
Daisetta2717
Hardin159
Anahuac (Chambers County)3824
Livingston (Polk County)6339
Baytown (Harris County)5635
Beaumont (Jefferson County)6742
Conroe (Montgomery County)7647
Houston (Harris County)8452
Huntsville (Walker County)11169
Galveston (Galveston County)12678
College Station (Brazos County)180112
Austin (Travis County)282175

Waterbodies in Liberty County

Trinity River, East Fork San Jacinto River, Lake Anahuac tributaries, Tarkington Bayou, Luce Bayou, Menard Creek, Big Creek, Long King Creek, wetlands, cypress sloughs, oxbow lakes, reservoirs, floodplain lakes, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Liberty County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
River Ranch Country ClubDayton30.0464°N, 94.9035°W
Colony Ridge Golf ClubCleveland Area30.2290°N, 95.0330°W
Red Wolf Golf ResortCleveland30.3378°N, 95.0885°W
Evergreen Point Golf CourseBaytown29.7908°N, 94.9523°W

Colleges and Universities in Liberty County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Lee College - Liberty CenterPublicCommunity CollegeHigher education and workforce training programs
Lone Star College SystemPublicCommunity CollegeServes western Liberty County residents
Sam Houston State UniversityPublicUniversityRegional university serving Southeast Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Liberty CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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