Andrews County, Texas
Andrews County: County in Texas, United States
About
Andrews County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 14,786 and a population density of 4 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 18,879 inhabitants. Its county seat is Andrews. The county was created 114 years ago in 1909.
Andrews County is a county located in the western part of the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 18,879. Its county seat is Andrews. The county was created in 1910 and organized in 1911. It is named for Richard Andrews, a soldier of the Texas Revolution.
History
Early history
The area was originally inhabited by Apache and Comanche Native American tribes. In 1876, the Texas legislature established Andrews County from lands formerly assigned to Tom Green County. However, the county was not organized until 1911 due to a lack of settlements in the area.
20th century growth
The population of Andrews County grew rapidly following the discovery of oil in 1929. The first oil well was drilled in the Shafter Lake area and created a boom that attracted workers and businesses to the county. Andrews became an oil boom town, with businesses and housing constructed to accommodate the growth.
Economy
Oil and gas industry
The oil and gas industry has long been the backbone of the Andrews County economy. Some of the major oil companies operating in the county include Chevron, Occidental Petroleum, and ConocoPhillips. These companies have drilling rights for the prolific Permian Basin that underlies the county.
Agriculture
Cattle ranching and dairy farming are other important industries in Andrews County. The county has over 180,000 acres dedicated to crops including cotton, sorghum, hay, and pecans.
Attractions
Some places to visit in Andrews County include:
- The Permian Basin Petroleum Museum in Andrews, which highlights the history and science of the oil industry
- Andrews County Veterans Memorial which honors local veterans
- Andrews County Historical Museum with exhibits on the county's pioneer history
Quick Facts about Andrews County
| Population : | 18,879 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Area : | 3888 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.02% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.98% |
| Named for : | Richard Andrews |
| Altitude : | 3,176 feet / 968 meters |
| Capital : | Andrews |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1910 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 11:23:27 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 5 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 21.68% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Andrews County is located at 32°18'18"N 102°38'16"W (32.3050300, -102.6378100). It has 5 neighbors: Lea County, Ector County, Gaines County, Martin County and Winkler County.
Andrews County map
icon to open full mode. View satellite images
The largest city of Andrews County is Andrews with a population of 14,331. . See all Andrews County cities & populated places.
Andrews County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Andrews County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Andrews | 14,331 | City in Texas, USA |
- Official Website
Official website of Andrews County
Andrews County has 5 neighbours.
- Lea County county in New Mexico, United States
- Ector County county in Texas, United States
- Gaines County county in Texas, United States
- Martin County county in Texas, United States
- Winkler County county in Texas, United States
- Andrews
Demographics
The population of Andrews County increased by 21.68% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 14,786 | - | census |
| 2011 | 15,386 | 3.9% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 16,105 | 4.46% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 16,779 | 4.02% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 17,435 | 3.76% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 18,072 | 3.52% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 17,791 | -1.58% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 17,603 | -1.07% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 18,011 | 2.27% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 18,705 | 3.71% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 18,879 | 0.92% | estimation process |
People born in Andrews County (1)
Journalist, novelist Elmer Kelton was born in Andrews County
Texas Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Harris County | 4,738,253 | County in Texas, United States |
| Dallas County | 2,635,888 | County in Texas, United States |
| Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
| Tarrant County | 2,123,347 | County in Texas, United States |
| Bexar County | 2,026,823 | County in Texas, United States |
| San Antonio | 1,567,118 | The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area. |
| Dallas | 1,343,266 | The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Travis County | 1,300,503 | County in Texas, United States |
| Collin County | 1,072,069 | County in Texas, United States |
| Austin | 995,484 | The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area. |
| Fort Worth | 927,720 | The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Denton County | 919,324 | County in Texas, United States |
| Montopolis | 912,791 | A neighborhood located in Austin, Texas. |
| Hidalgo County | 875,200 | County in New Mexico, United States |
| El Paso County | 841,286 | County in Texas, United States |
| Fort Bend County | 839,706 | County in Texas, United States |
