Fort Bend County, Texas
Fort Bend County: County in Texas, United States
About
Fort Bend County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 585,375 and a population density of 257 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 839,706 inhabitants. Its county seat is Richmond. The county was created 186 years ago in 1837.
Fort Bend County is located along the Brazos River in southeastern Texas. It was established in 1837 as one of the original counties in the Republic of Texas.
The city of Richmond became the county seat in 1822 when Texas was still part of Mexico. It was incorporated under the name Richmond in 1837 after Texas won independence.
Key Facts About Fort Bend County Today
Population: As of 2021, over 810,000 people live in Fort Bend County, making it one of the most populous counties in Texas.
Major Cities: The largest cities in Fort Bend County are Sugar Land, Missouri City, and Pearland.
Economy: Key industries include energy, manufacturing, aerospace, healthcare, retail, and technology. Fort Bend is one of the most affluent counties in Texas.
Things to See and Do in Fort Bend County
Some top attractions and activities in Fort Bend County include:
- George Ranch Historical Park - Step back in time at this living history site with old homes and reenactments.
- Houston Museum of Natural Science Sugar Land - See dinosaur skeletons, gems, and interactive exhibits.
- Brazos Bend State Park - Enjoy hiking, fishing, biking and spotting alligators.
- First Colony Mall - Shop over 150 stores at this huge shopping destination.
- Constellation Field - Catch a minor league baseball game with the Sugar Land Skeeters.
With a diverse blend of history, nature, recreation and shopping, Fort Bend offers excellent attractions just outside of Houston.
Quick Facts about Fort Bend County
| Population : | 839,706 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Area : | 2282 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 2.7% |
| Land as percent of area : | 97.3% |
| Altitude : | 98 feet / 30 meters |
| Capital : | Richmond |
| Establishment : | December 12, 1837 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 23:39:45 (17th December 2024) |
| Density : | 368 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 30.29% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Fort Bend County is located at 29°31'39"N 95°46'15"W (29.5274900, -95.7708900). It has 5 neighbors: Austin County, Brazoria County, Harris County, Waller County and Wharton County.
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The largest city of Fort Bend County is Sugar Land with a population of 117,875. Other cities include, Missouri City population 75,457, Rosenberg population 39,350, Fulshear population 17,136 and Stafford population 17,052. See all Fort Bend County cities & populated places.
Fort Bend County Populated Places (more)
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fort Bend County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar Land | 117,875 | The fifth most populous city in Fort Bend County, Texas. |
| Missouri City | 75,457 | The third most populous city in Fort Bend County, Texas. |
| Rosenberg | 39,350 | City in Texas |
| Mission Bend | 36,501 | Census designated place |
| Cinco Ranch | 18,274 | Census designated place |
| Fulshear | 17,136 | City in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States |
| Stafford | 17,052 | City in Texas |
| Pecan Grove | 15,963 | Census designated place |
| New Territory | 15,186 | Census designated place |
| Sienna Plantation | 13,721 | Census designated place |
| Richmond | 12,483 | City in Texas, United States of America |
| Greatwood | 11,538 | Census designated place |
| Meadows Place | 4,813 | City in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States |
| Needville | 3,131 | City in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States |
| Arcola | 2,775 | City in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States |
| Fifth Street | 2,486 | Census designated place |
- Official Website
Official website of Fort Bend County
Fort Bend County has 5 neighbours.
- Austin County county in Texas, United States
- Brazoria County county in Texas, United States
- Harris County county in Texas, United States
- Waller County county in Texas, United States
- Wharton County county in Texas, United States
- Richmond
Demographics
The population of Fort Bend County increased by 30.29% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 585,375 | - | census |
| 2011 | 606,064 | 3.41% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 624,824 | 3% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 651,847 | 4.15% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 684,048 | 4.71% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 715,331 | 4.37% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 744,160 | 3.87% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 767,712 | 3.07% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 788,081 | 2.58% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 811,688 | 2.91% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 839,706 | 3.34% | estimation process |
People born in Fort Bend County (3)
People born in Fort Bend County, including football player Adrian Awasom, actor Bert Dillard, actor Art Dillard, .
List
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 |
| El Paso | 681,534 | The twenty-third most populous city in the United States and the center of the El Paso metropolitan area. |
