Starr County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Starr County, Texas

Map of Starr County, Texas

Starr County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Rio Grande City. As per 2020 census, the population of Starr County is 66049 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,223 sq mi (3,168 km2). Starr County was established on 1848.

Facts about Starr County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas / Rio Grande Valley
County SeatRio Grande City
Named AfterJames Harper Starr, Texas Secretary of the Treasury
Established1848
Organized1856
Coordinates26.5600° N, 98.7400° W
Total Area1,223 sq mi
Land Area1,204 sq mi
Water Area19 sq mi
Population (2020)64,454
Population RankMid-sized county in South Texas
Major CityRio Grande City
Main IndustriesAgriculture, International Trade, Retail, Government Services
Major AirportRio Grande City Municipal Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForRio Grande border culture, Falcon Lake access, Historic downtown Rio Grande City
Websitehttps://www.co.starr.tx.us

Top Attractions in Starr County, Texas

  • Roma Historic District – Preserved 19th-century river town.
  • Roma–Los Saenz Port of Entry – Scenic Rio Grande crossing views.
  • Starr County Courthouse – Historic courthouse in Rio Grande City.
  • Rio Grande City Downtown – Shops, dining, and local culture.
  • Basilica of Our Lady of Lourdes – Landmark Catholic basilica.
  • Fort Ringgold – Historic military post and grounds.
  • Roma Bluffs – Elevated river views.
  • Falcon State Park (nearby access) – Fishing, boating, and camping.
  • Rio Grande River Areas – Fishing and riverside scenery.
  • Rural Ranchland Drives – South Texas brush country views.

Cities & Towns in Starr County, Texas

Rio Grande City, Roma, La Grulla, Escobares, Mission, Rio Bravo, El Cenizo, Garciasville, La Reforma, Falcon Heights, San Isidro, Las Palmas, La Rosita