Washington County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Washington County, Texas

Map of Washington County, Texas

Washington County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Brenham. As per 2020 census, the population of Washington County is 35891 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 609 sq mi (1,577 km2). Washington County was established on 1836.

Facts about Washington County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSoutheast Texas / Brazos Valley
County SeatBrenham
Named AfterGeorge Washington, first U.S. President
Established1836
Organized1837
Coordinates30.2140° N, 96.4030° W
Total Area609 sq mi
Land Area604 sq mi
Water Area5 sq mi
Population (2020)35,805
Population RankMid-sized county in Southeast Texas
Major CityBrenham
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Manufacturing, Tourism, Retail
Major AirportBrenham Municipal Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForBlue Bell Creameries, Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, Historic downtown Brenham
Websitehttps://www.co.washington.tx.us

Top Attractions in Washington County, Texas

  • Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site – Birthplace of Texas.
  • Brenham Downtown Square – Shops, cafés, and historic charm.
  • Blue Bell Creameries – Ice cream tours and visitor center.
  • Antique Rose Emporium – Gardens and antique roses.
  • Brenham Fire Museum – Historic firefighting exhibits.
  • Washington County Courthouse – Historic courthouse landmark.
  • Peach Creek Vineyards – Local wine tasting.
  • Old Baylor Park – Historic university site.
  • Brazos River Access – Fishing and scenic river views.
  • Scenic Bluebonnet Drives – Spring wildflower routes.

Cities & Towns in Washington County, Texas

Brenham, Burton, Chappell Hill, Gay Hill, Washington, Peters, Independence, Greenvine, Brenham Heights, New Ulm (partly)