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
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 : | 11:07:09 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 26 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 8.61% (2010-2020) |
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
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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 |
- Official Website
Official website of Van Zandt County
Van Zandt County has 6 neighbours.
- Henderson County county in Texas, United States
- Hunt County county in Texas, United States
- Kaufman County county in Texas, United States
- Rains County county in Texas, United States
- Smith County county in Texas, United States
- Wood County county in Texas, United States
- 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 |
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
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 |
