Victoria County, county in Texas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 91,936 inhabitants. The county was created 188 years ago in 1836. Its county seat is Victoria.
There are 1 city/town in Victoria County, TX. The largest city of Victoria County is Inez with a population of 2,098.
Inez, Census designated place
Located along the coastal plains of South Texas, Victoria County contains a mix of small cities, historical towns, and rural communities. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in Victoria County:
Victoria
Victoria is the largest city and county seat, located centrally within Victoria County. It has a population around 68,000 residents. Downtown Victoria has historic buildings and attractions like the Nave Museum. The University of Houston–Victoria is located here.
Port Lavaca
Port Lavaca lies along the Gulf Coast in the southern part of Victoria County, with around 12,000 residents. It features bayfront parks, hiking trails, and historic sites like the Half Moon Reef Lighthouse.
Bloomington
Bloomington is a small rural community along Highway 59 in the northeastern part of the county. Established in the 1840s, today it has around 1,500 residents. The area's economy centers around agriculture and oil production.
Placedo
Placedo is an unincorporated community in northwestern Victoria County, about 20 miles from the Gulf Coast. It was settled by Mexican families in the 1800s and today has a population of about 100 residents.
McFaddin
McFaddin is an unincorporated town in western Victoria County near the San Antonio River. Around 250 people call McFaddin home. The area is known for wildlife viewing and birdwatching.
In addition to these towns, Victoria County also contains small rural communities and historic settlements amongst its ranches, farmland, and coastal prairie landscape. German and Czech heritage influences much of the culture.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Victoria County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Inez | Census designated place | 2,098 |