Maverick County, Texas

About

Maverick County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 54,258 and a population density of 16 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 58,378 inhabitants. Its county seat is Eagle Pass. The county was created 153 years ago in 1870.

Maverick County is located in southwestern Texas along the Rio Grande, bordering Mexico. It was established in 1856 from land previously belonging to Kinney County. The county was named for Samuel Maverick, a rancher and signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

The city of Eagle Pass has been the county seat since 1856, when Fort Duncan was established there to guard the border. The fort later became the town of Eagle Pass, named for the eagles seen flying over the river.

Key Facts About Maverick County Today

Population: As of 2021, around 58,000 people live in Maverick County. Eagle Pass is the largest city with about 30,000 residents.

Major Industries: The economy relies heavily on trade with Mexico, agriculture, ranching, manufacturing, and mining. The Eagle Pass International Bridge is a point of economic importance.

Attractions: Top attractions are the Maverick County Lake, Eagle Pass Golf Course, and the El Indio Ranch historic site.

Things to See and Do in Maverick County

Some top attractions and activities in Maverick County include:

• Golfing at Eagle Pass Golf Course, with views of the Rio Grande
• Fishing for catfish, bass and more at Maverick County Lake
• Shopping and dining in historic downtown Eagle Pass
• Touring remains of the 1850s El Indio Ranch settlement
• Visiting the Fort Duncan Museum in Eagle Pass

With its border culture and stunning Rio Grande setting, Maverick County offers a unique look at life in rural South Texas.

Quick Facts about Maverick County

Geography

Maverick County is located at 28°44'33"N 100°18'52"W (28.7425900, -100.3145100). It has 4 neighbors: Dimmit County, Webb County, Zavala County and Kinney County.

The largest city of Maverick County is Eagle Pass with a population of 29,515. Other cities include and Elm Creek population 2,469. See all Maverick County cities & populated places.

Maverick County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Maverick County.

City Name	Population	Title
Eagle Pass	29,515	City in Maverick County, Texas, United States
Eidson Road	8,960	Census designated place
Rosita North	3,818	Census designated place in Maverick County, Texas
Las Quintas Fronterizas	3,290	Census designated place
Rosita South	2,704	Census designated place in Texas, USA
Elm Creek	2,469	City in Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States of America

American businessman Jack Worthington was born in Maverick County