Sterling County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Sterling County, Texas

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Map of Sterling County, Texas

Sterling County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Sterling City. As per 2020 census, the population of Sterling County is 1381 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 923 sq mi (2,391 km2). Sterling County was established on 1891.

Facts about Sterling County, Texas

Top Attractions in Sterling County, Texas

• Sterling County Courthouse – Historic courthouse in Sterling City.
• Sterling City Downtown – Small-town shops and local charm.
• Sterling County Museum – Local history and pioneer artifacts.
• Comanche Trail Marker – Historic travel route site.
• North Concho River Areas – Scenic river views and fishing spots.
• Local Ranchlands – Wide-open West Texas scenery.
• Community Rodeo Grounds – Local rodeos and events.
• Rural Prairie Drives – Peaceful countryside routes.
• Wildlife Viewing Areas – Deer and bird sightings.
• Clear Night Skies – Stargazing opportunities.

Cities and Towns in Sterling County, Texas

What are Major Roads and Highways in Sterling County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

• U.S. Highway 87 - primary north-south route connecting Sterling City with San Angelo, Big Spring, and Lubbock
• State Highway 158 - east-west corridor connecting Sterling City with Midland, Garden City, and Robert Lee
• State Highway 163 - connects Sterling City with Ozona and western Texas ranching regions
• Ranch to Market Road 33 - serves rural ranching areas in eastern Sterling County
• Ranch to Market Road 503 - provides access to remote agricultural and energy-producing areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Sterling County

• Mitchell County (north)
• Coke County (east)
• Tom Green County (southeast)
• Reagan County (southwest)
• Glasscock County (west)
• Howard County (northwest)

Distance from Sterling County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

• Sterling City to Robert Lee (Coke County), Texas - 33 mi (53 km)
• Sterling City to Garden City (Glasscock County), Texas - 37 mi (60 km)
• Sterling City to Big Lake (Reagan County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
• Sterling City to Big Spring (Howard County), Texas - 47 mi (76 km)
• Sterling City to Colorado City (Mitchell County), Texas - 53 mi (85 km)
• Sterling City to San Angelo (Tom Green County), Texas - 45 mi (72 km)
• Sterling City to Ballinger (Runnels County), Texas - 84 mi (135 km)
• Sterling City to Sweetwater (Nolan County), Texas - 78 mi (126 km)
• Sterling City to Midland (Midland County), Texas - 89 mi (143 km)
• Sterling City to Odessa (Ector County), Texas - 103 mi (166 km)
• Sterling City to Snyder (Scurry County), Texas - 94 mi (151 km)
• Sterling City to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 123 mi (198 km)
• Sterling City to Lubbock (Lubbock County), Texas - 154 mi (248 km)
• Sterling City to Austin (Travis County), Texas - 224 mi (360 km)
• Sterling City to San Antonio (Bexar County), Texas - 226 mi (364 km)

Waterbodies in Sterling County

North Concho River, Grape Creek, Dove Creek, Champion Creek, Wildcat Creek, Mustang Creek, Red Creek, Rough Creek, South Fork Grape Creek, Middle Concho River Tributaries, Colorado River Basin Tributaries, Edwards Plateau Watersheds, North Concho River Watershed, Sterling Draw

Best Golf Courses in Sterling County, Texas

Colleges and Universities in Sterling County, Texas

Sterling County does not have a college or university campus within its boundaries. Residents are primarily served by institutions in nearby West Texas communities. The county is within the Howard College service area. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

References

1. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts - Sterling County
2. Texas State Historical Association - Sterling County
3. City of Sterling City - Public and Recreational Facilities
4. Official Sterling County Website
5. USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS)