Van Zandt County, Texas

Van Zandt County: County in Texas, United States

About

Van Zandt County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 52,579 and a population density of 24 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 57,533 inhabitants. Its county seat is Canton. The county was created 176 years ago in 1847.

Van Zandt County is located in northeastern Texas, east of Dallas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 57,579 making it the 38th most populous county in Texas. The county seat is Canton.

History

Early days

The county was established in 1848 and named after Isaac Van Zandt, a member of the Congress of the Republic of Texas. Canton became the county seat in 1850.

Recent trends

The population has increased over the last few decades as the Dallas-Fort Worth metro expanded. Canton's commerce has grown.

Economy

Manufacturing

Manufacturing is a major employer, with companies producing trailers, steel products, and food processing. Many factories are located in Grand Saline, which has an industrial park.

Agriculture

Cattle ranching, dairy farming, and crop production are important agricultural activities. Key crops are hay, wheat, fruits, and pecans.

Tourism

The county has many lakes and recreational attractions that draw tourists and retirees. Lake Tawakoni and Lake Fork provide fishing and watersports.

Attractions

Top attractions include:

  • Van Zandt County Historical Museum in Canton
  • R.W. Hampton Music Museum focused on Western swing
  • First Monday Trade Days in Canton - large outdoor flea market
Van Zandt County locator map
Location of Van Zandt County on Texas map.

Quick Facts about Van Zandt County

Population : 57,533 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Texas (United States)
Area : 2226 km2
Water as percent of area : 2%
Land as percent of area : 98%
Named for : Isaac Van Zandt
Altitude : 440 feet / 134 meters
Capital : Canton
Establishment : January 01, 1848
Time Zone : Central Time Zone
Local time : 11:55:09 (28th March 2024)
Density : 26 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 8.61% (2010-2020)
Vanzandt courthouse 2010 image
Vanzandt courthouse 2010
Vanzandt courthouse 2010 image

Geography

Van Zandt County is located at 32°33'49"N 95°50'11"W (32.5637200, -95.8365100). It has 6 neighbors: Henderson County, Hunt County, Kaufman County, Rains County, Smith County and Wood County.

Van Zandt County map

The largest city of Van Zandt County is Canton with a population of 3,941. Other cities include, Wills Point population 3,703, Grand Saline population 3,214, Van population 2,778 and Edom population 387. See all Van Zandt County cities & populated places.

Van Zandt County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Van Zandt County.

City Name Population Title
Canton 3,941 City in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States
Wills Point 3,703 City in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States
Grand Saline 3,214 City in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States
Van 2,778 City in Texas, USA
Edgewood 1,565 Town in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States
Fruitvale 437 Small town in Van Zandt County, Texas
Edom 387 City in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States

Van Zandt County has 6 neighbours.

  • Canton

Demographics

The population of Van Zandt County increased by 8.61% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 52,579 - census
2011 52,487 -0.18% estimation process
2012 52,207 -0.54% estimation process
2013 52,328 0.23% estimation process
2014 52,781 0.86% estimation process
2015 53,430 1.21% estimation process
2016 54,367 1.72% estimation process
2017 55,163 1.44% estimation process
2018 55,966 1.43% estimation process
2019 56,590 1.1% estimation process
2020 57,533 1.64% estimation process

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People born in Van Zandt County (5)

People born in Van Zandt County, including aviator; first pilot to fly solo around the world Wiley Post, basketball player-coach Jack Gray, judge Mastin G. White, .

List

  • Wiley T. Buchanan Jr. (American diplomat) he was born in 04/01/1913
  • Alice Baker (manager of Baker Mercantile Store, Lockney, TX) she was born in 26/08/1867

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