Orange County, Texas

About

Orange County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 81,837 and a population density of 83 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 82,878 inhabitants. Its county seat is Orange. The county was created 172 years ago in 1852.

Orange County sits in the southeastern corner of Texas, bordering Louisiana. The county seat is Orange. With a population around 85,000, Orange County mixes Texas and Louisiana bayou culture.

History of Orange County

Orange County was established in 1852. It grew as a shipping and lumber hub, using the Sabine River to transport goods. The lumber industry thrived in Orange County's swamps and pinelands in the late 1800s.

Oil was discovered in 1913, further expanding the economy. The shipbuilding industry also flourished during World Wars I and II.

Economy and Industry in Orange County

Key elements of Orange County's economy are:

• Oil refining and petrochemicals, with two large refinery complexes
• The Port of Orange for shipping lumber, oil, and chemicals
• Commercial fishing and seafood processing from the Gulf Coast
• Tourism focused on bass fishing, boating, and wildlife preserves

The county produces over 460 million barrels of oil per year.

Attractions and Things to Do in Orange County

Top Orange County attractions include:

• Fishing and boating at Toledo Bend Reservoir
• Tours of the Sabine Pass Battleground historic site
• Dining and shopping in downtown Orange
• Swamp tours and airboat rides through marshland preserves
• Cultural festivals like the Orange Mardi Gras celebration

With bayous, beaches, cuisine influenced by Louisiana, and ties to the oil industry, Orange County represents a unique slice of southeast Texas life.

Quick Facts about Orange County

Geography

Orange County is located at 30°7'17"N 93°53'38"W (30.1213100, -93.8939000). It has 6 neighbors: Calcasieu Parish, Cameron Parish, Hardin County, Jasper County, Jefferson County and Newton County.

The largest city of Orange County is Vidor with a population of 10,310. Other cities include, Bridge City population 7,862, West Orange population 3,168 and Rose City population 484. See all Orange County cities & populated places.

Orange County Populated Places

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

City Name	Population	Title
Orange	17,832	Town in Orange County, Vermont, United States
Vidor	10,310	City
Bridge City	7,862	City in Orange County, Texas, United States
Mauriceville	3,252	Census designated place in Texas, United States
West Orange	3,168	City in Orange County, Texas, USA
Rose City	484	City in Orange County, Texas, United States

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