Madison County Map, Texas

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

Map of Madison County, Texas

Map of Madison County, Texas

Madison County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Madisonville. As per 2020 census, the population of Madison County is 13718 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 470 sq mi (1,217 km2). Madison County was established on 1853.

Facts about Madison County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionEast-Central Texas
County SeatMadisonville
Named AfterJames Madison, 4th U.S. President
Established1853
Organized1854
Coordinates30.9680° N, 95.9113° W
Total Area472 sq mi
Land Area466 sq mi
Water Area6 sq mi
Population (2020)13,455
Population RankSparsely populated county in East-Central Texas
Major CityMadisonville
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Ranching, Timber, Food Processing, Transportation
Major AirportMadisonville Municipal Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForTexas Mushroom Festival, Cattle ranching, East-Central Texas forests
Websitehttps://www.co.madison.tx.us

Top Attractions in Madison County, Texas

  • Historic Downtown Madisonville – Shops, cafés, murals, and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Madison County Courthouse – Iconic historic courthouse anchoring downtown Madisonville.
  • Madison County Historical Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and local heritage.
  • Madisonville City Park – Walking trails, picnic areas, and family-friendly recreation.
  • Historic Rail Depot (Madisonville) – 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 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 Madison County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Madisonville (county seat)City442030.9499°N, 95.9111°W
MidwayCity17331.0241°N, 95.7527°W
Normangee (partly in Leon County)Town71931.0288°N, 96.1133°W
North ZulchTown64130.9235°N, 96.0905°W
BediasTown36130.7783°N, 95.9497°W
LeonaTown15131.1558°N, 95.9972°W
Buffalo (partly in Leon County)City180431.4638°N, 96.0583°W
ShiroUnincorporated CommunityN/A30.6097°N, 95.8955°W
IolaUnincorporated CommunityN/A30.7394°N, 96.1044°W
ConnorHistoric CommunityN/A30.8897°N, 95.7994°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Madison County

  • Interstate 45 - major north-south interstate connecting Dallas and Houston through Madisonville
  • Texas State Highway 21 - east-west corridor linking Madisonville with Bryan-College Station and Crockett
  • Texas State Highway 75 - parallels Interstate 45 through the county
  • Texas State Highway OSR (Old San Antonio Road) - serves southern portions of the county
  • Farm to Market Road 39 - connects Normangee, North Zulch, and rural communities
  • Farm to Market Road 1452 - provides access to ranching and farming areas
  • Farm to Market Road 247 - serves western and northern sections of the county

What are Neighboring Counties of Madison County

  • Leon County (north)
  • Houston County (east)
  • Walker County (south)
  • Grimes County (southwest)
  • Brazos County (west)
  • Robertson County (northwest)

Distance from Madison County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
North Zulch1811
Bedias2817
Normangee3321
Leona (Leon County)3421
Huntsville (Walker County)4327
Bryan (Brazos County)6339
College Station (Brazos County)6943
Buffalo (Leon County)5333
Navasota (Grimes County)6239
Crockett (Houston County)7446
Hearne (Robertson County)7245
Conroe (Montgomery County)9257
Waco (McLennan County)15395
Houston (Harris County)15496
Austin (Travis County)208129

Waterbodies in Madison County

Trinity River tributaries, Bedias Creek, Caney Creek, Rocky Creek, Boggy Creek, Walnut Creek, Cottonwood Creek, Peach Creek, stock ponds, ranch reservoirs, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, flood-control lakes, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Madison County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Madisonville Municipal Golf CourseMadisonville30.9604°N, 95.9098°W
Raven Nest Golf ClubHuntsville30.7198°N, 95.5501°W
Hilltop Lakes Golf CourseHilltop Lakes31.0721°N, 96.2204°W
Briarcrest Country ClubBryan30.6705°N, 96.3388°W

Colleges and Universities in Madison County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Blinn CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCommunity college serving residents of Madison County
Sam Houston State UniversityPublicUniversityMajor regional university in nearby Huntsville
Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityMajor research university in nearby College Station
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Madison CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. Official Madison County Website
  2. U.S. Census Bureau - Madison County QuickFacts
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Madison County
  4. Texas Almanac - Madison County
  5. Sam Houston State University