Wharton County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Wharton County, Texas

Map of Wharton County, Texas

Wharton County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Wharton. As per 2020 census, the population of Wharton County is 41721 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,090 sq mi (2,823 km2). Wharton County was established on 1846.

Facts about Wharton County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSoutheast Texas / Gulf Coastal Plain
County SeatWharton
Named AfterWilliam H. Wharton, Texas statesman
Established1846
Organized1846
Coordinates29.2770° N, 96.2220° W
Total Area1,090 sq mi
Land Area1,086 sq mi
Water Area4 sq mi
Population (2020)41,280
Population RankMid-sized county in Southeast Texas
Major CityWharton
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Manufacturing, Energy, Education
Major AirportWharton Regional Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForColorado River agriculture, Historic downtown Wharton, Gulf Coastal Plain farming
Websitehttps://www.whartoncountytx.gov

Top Attractions in Wharton County, Texas

  • Wharton Downtown Square – Shops, cafés, and historic charm.
  • Wharton County Courthouse – Landmark historic courthouse.
  • 20th Century Technology Museum – Vintage technology exhibits.
  • Colorado River Access – Fishing and scenic river views.
  • Riverfront Park (Wharton) – Walking trails and green space.
  • Wharton County Historical Museum – Local history displays.
  • El Campo Downtown District – Shops and small-town charm.
  • El Campo Museum of Natural History – Wildlife and nature exhibits.
  • Prairie Switch Park – Community park and recreation.
  • Scenic Farm & Prairie Drives – Open countryside landscapes.

Cities and Towns in Wharton County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Wharton (county seat)City862729.3113°N, 96.1027°W
El CampoCity1190229.1961°N, 96.2697°W
East BernardCity227229.5311°N, 96.0711°W
BolingCensus Designated Place (CDP)93029.2644°N, 95.9436°W
HungerfordCensus Designated Place (CDP)9629.4028°N, 96.0755°W
IagoCensus Designated Place (CDP)11429.2837°N, 95.9207°W
LouiseCensus Designated Place (CDP)99529.1116°N, 96.3994°W
DanevangUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.0566°N, 96.2219°W
EgyptUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.4172°N, 96.2125°W
Glen FloraUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.3480°N, 96.4297°W
LissieUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.5519°N, 96.2283°W
NewgulfUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.2722°N, 95.8908°W
PierceUnincorporated CommunityN/A29.2391°N, 96.1991°W
Spanish CampUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.9876°N, 96.1048°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Wharton County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 69 / U.S. Highway 59 - major northeast-southwest corridor connecting Wharton, El Campo, Houston, and Laredo
  • U.S. Highway 90 Alternate - connects East Bernard, Wharton, Richmond, and Gonzales
  • State Highway 60 - north-south route linking Wharton with Bay City and Wallis
  • State Highway 71 - connects El Campo with Columbus, Austin, and the Texas Gulf Coast
  • Farm to Market Road 102 - serves northern portions of the county and connects to Colorado County
  • Farm to Market Road 442 - links Wharton with Boling and rural communities
  • Farm to Market Road 1160 - provides access between Louise, El Campo, and southern county communities
  • Farm to Market Road 1301 - connects Wharton with Boling and Newgulf

What are Neighboring Counties of Wharton County

  • Austin County (north)
  • Fort Bend County (northeast)
  • Brazoria County (east)
  • Matagorda County (southeast)
  • Jackson County (southwest)
  • Colorado County (northwest)

Distance from Wharton County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Wharton to El Campo (Wharton County), Texas - 12 mi (19 km)
  • Wharton to East Bernard (Wharton County), Texas - 18 mi (29 km)
  • Wharton to Boling (Wharton County), Texas - 11 mi (18 km)
  • Wharton to Louise (Wharton County), Texas - 19 mi (31 km)
  • Wharton to Rosenberg (Fort Bend County), Texas - 33 mi (53 km)
  • Wharton to Bay City (Matagorda County), Texas - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Wharton to Columbus (Colorado County), Texas - 32 mi (52 km)
  • Wharton to Bellville (Austin County), Texas - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Wharton to Angleton (Brazoria County), Texas - 47 mi (76 km)
  • Wharton to Edna (Jackson County), Texas - 43 mi (69 km)
  • Wharton to Sugar Land (Fort Bend County), Texas - 46 mi (74 km)
  • Wharton to Victoria (Victoria County), Texas - 67 mi (108 km)
  • Wharton to Houston (Harris County), Texas - 63 mi (101 km)
  • Wharton to College Station (Brazos County), Texas - 89 mi (143 km)
  • Wharton to Austin (Travis County), Texas - 113 mi (182 km)

Waterbodies in Wharton County

Colorado River, San Bernard River, Caney Creek, Jones Creek, Peach Creek, Dry Creek, Snake Creek, West Bernard Creek, East Bernard Creek, Mustang Creek, Sandy Creek, Buffalo Creek, Colorado River Watershed, Coastal Prairie Wetlands

Best Golf Courses in Wharton County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Wharton Country ClubWharton29.3278°N, 96.1049°W
El Campo Country ClubEl Campo29.2148°N, 96.2857°W
Riverfront Golf ClubWharton29.3004°N, 96.1182°W

Colleges and Universities in Wharton County, Texas

Institution NameType (Public/Private)LevelNotable For
Wharton County Junior CollegePublicCommunity CollegeMain higher education institution in the county
University of Houston-VictoriaPublicUniversityRegional undergraduate and graduate programs
Prairie View A&M UniversityPublicUniversityMajor land-grant university serving the region
Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityResearch and professional degree programs
Blinn CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTransfer and workforce education opportunities

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts - Wharton County
  2. Official Wharton County Website
  3. Wharton County Junior College
  4. Texas State Historical Association - Wharton County
  5. USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS)