Wichita County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Wichita County, Texas

Map of Wichita County, Texas

Wichita County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Wichita Falls. As per 2020 census, the population of Wichita County is 130069 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 628 sq mi (1,627 km2). Wichita County was established on 1858.

Facts about Wichita County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionNorth Texas / Rolling Plains
County SeatWichita Falls
Named AfterWichita Native American tribe
Established1858
Organized1882
Coordinates33.9910° N, 98.7020° W
Total Area628 sq mi
Land Area613 sq mi
Water Area15 sq mi
Population (2020)130,261
Population RankMajor regional county in North Texas
Major CityWichita Falls
Main IndustriesMilitary, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Education, Retail
Major AirportWichita Falls Municipal Airport / Sheppard AFB (SPS)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForSheppard Air Force Base, Wichita Falls waterfalls, North Texas regional hub
Websitehttps://www.wichitacountytx.gov

Top Attractions in Wichita County, Texas

  • Wichita Falls Downtown – Shops, dining, and local culture.
  • Lucy Park – Waterfall, trails, and picnic areas.
  • World’s Littlest Skyscraper – Famous architectural oddity.
  • River Bend Nature Center – Wildlife exhibits and walking trails.
  • Lake Wichita Park – Fishing and lakeside recreation.
  • Castaway Cove Waterpark – Family-friendly water rides.
  • Wichita Falls Museum of Art at Midwestern State University – Art exhibitions.
  • Midwestern State University Campus – Scenic campus and events.
  • Kay Yeager Coliseum – Concerts and sporting events.
  • Wichita County Courthouse – Historic courthouse landmark.

Cities and Towns in Wichita County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Wichita Falls (county seat)City10231633.9137°N, 98.4934°W
BurkburnettCity1074534.0979°N, 98.5706°W
Iowa ParkCity635533.9512°N, 98.6687°W
ElectraCity279134.0298°N, 98.9187°W
Cashion CommunityCity34833.8784°N, 98.4781°W
Pleasant ValleyTown33433.9345°N, 98.5345°W
Sheppard AFBCensus Designated Place (CDP)299734.1195°N, 98.4923°W
DeanUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.8392°N, 98.7248°W
Valley ViewUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.8648°N, 98.6204°W
HaynesvilleUnincorporated CommunityN/A34.0039°N, 98.6162°W
FribergUnincorporated CommunityN/A34.0407°N, 98.7340°W
FowlkesUnincorporated CommunityN/A34.1551°N, 98.5406°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Wichita County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 44 - connects Wichita Falls with Oklahoma City and the regional highway network
  • U.S. Highway 82 - east-west route linking Wichita Falls with Henrietta, Gainesville, and Lubbock
  • U.S. Highway 277 - connects Wichita Falls with Abilene and Oklahoma
  • U.S. Highway 281 - north-south corridor linking Wichita Falls with Jacksboro and Oklahoma
  • U.S. Highway 287 - major route connecting Wichita Falls with Fort Worth, Amarillo, and Denver
  • State Highway 79 - connects Wichita Falls with Archer City and Oklahoma
  • State Highway 240 - serves Burkburnett and northern county communities
  • State Highway 258 - provides access through Wichita Falls urban areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Wichita County

  • Tillman County, Oklahoma (north)
  • Cotton County, Oklahoma (northeast)
  • Clay County (east)
  • Archer County (south)
  • Baylor County (southwest)
  • Wilbarger County (west)

Distance from Wichita County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Wichita Falls to Burkburnett (Wichita County), Texas - 14 mi (23 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Iowa Park (Wichita County), Texas - 12 mi (19 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Electra (Wichita County), Texas - 27 mi (43 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Henrietta (Clay County), Texas - 24 mi (39 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Archer City (Archer County), Texas - 26 mi (42 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Seymour (Baylor County), Texas - 55 mi (89 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Vernon (Wilbarger County), Texas - 51 mi (82 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Walters (Cotton County), Oklahoma - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Frederick (Tillman County), Oklahoma - 34 mi (55 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Bowie (Montague County), Texas - 41 mi (66 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Graham (Young County), Texas - 63 mi (101 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Decatur (Wise County), Texas - 78 mi (126 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Lawton (Comanche County), Oklahoma - 50 mi (80 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 157 mi (253 km)
  • Wichita Falls to Fort Worth (Tarrant County), Texas - 115 mi (185 km)

Waterbodies in Wichita County

Wichita River, North Wichita River, Lake Wichita, Lake Arrowhead, Lake Kickapoo, Holliday Creek, Beaver Creek, Buffalo Creek, Turkey Creek, Farmers Creek, Elm Creek, Little Wichita River, Red River Watershed, Wichita River Basin

Best Golf Courses in Wichita County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Wichita Falls Country ClubWichita Falls33.8679°N, 98.5428°W
River Creek Park Golf CourseBurkburnett34.0835°N, 98.5631°W
Champions Course at Weeks ParkWichita Falls33.8765°N, 98.5454°W
The Turf ClubIowa Park33.9518°N, 98.6855°W
Electra Country ClubElectra34.0207°N, 98.9312°W

Colleges and Universities in Wichita County, Texas

Institution NameType (Public/Private)LevelNotable For
Midwestern State UniversityPublicUniversityOnly public liberal arts university in Texas
Vernon College - Century City CenterPublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce and technical education
Vernon College - Wichita Falls CampusPublicCommunity CollegeAcademic transfer and career programs
Wayland Baptist University - Wichita Falls CampusPrivateUniversityAdult and continuing education
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Sheppard AFBPrivateUniversityAviation and military education

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts - Wichita County
  2. Wichita County History - Official Wichita County Website
  3. Midwestern State University
  4. Official Wichita County Website
  5. USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS)