Walker County, Texas
Walker County: County in Texas, United States
About
Walker County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 67,861 and a population density of 33 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 72,164 inhabitants. Its county seat is Huntsville. The county was created 178 years ago in 1846.
Walker County is located in southeastern Texas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 73,295 making it the 28th most populous county in Texas. The county seat is Huntsville.
History
Early days
Walker County was established in 1846 following Texas' annexation by the United States. It was named after Samuel Hamilton Walker, a Texas Ranger captain.
Prison establishment
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice was established in Huntsville in 1849. This brought substantial growth and economic development.
Later events
Sam Houston State University opened in 1879, further expanding Huntsville's importance.
Economy
Prison industry
The extensive Texas prison system looms large over the local economy. Over 14,000 people work for the prison and criminal justice facilities in Huntsville.
Education
Sam Houston State University is a major employer with over 21,000 students.
Healthcare
The county has a sizable healthcare sector led by the Huntsville Memorial Hospital system.
Attractions
Top attractions include:
- The Sam Houston Memorial Museum dedicated to the famous Texas leader
- The Texas Prison Rodeo held each October
- Huntsville State Park - over 5,000 acres with trails, camping and water recreation
Quick Facts about Walker County
| Population : | 72,164 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Different from : | Walker County, Walker County |
| Area : | 2076 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 2.2% |
| Land as percent of area : | 97.8% |
| Named for : | Samuel Hamilton Walker |
| Capital : | Huntsville |
| Establishment : | April 04, 1846 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 02:59:50 (21st November 2024) |
| Density : | 35 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 5.96% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Walker County is located at 30°44'21"N 95°34'20"W (30.7390500, -95.5722800). It has 6 neighbors: Houston County, Grimes County, Madison County, Montgomery County, San Jacinto County and Trinity County.
Walker County map
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The largest city of Walker County is Huntsville with a population of 41,392. Other cities include, New Waverly population 1,073 and Riverside population 510. See all Walker County cities & populated places.
Walker County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Walker County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | 41,392 | The second-largest city in Walker County, Texas. |
| New Waverly | 1,073 | City in Walker County, Texas, United States |
| Riverside | 510 | City in Walker County, Texas, United States |
- Official Website
Official website of Walker County
Walker County has 6 neighbours.
- Houston County county in Texas, United States
- Grimes County county in Texas, United States
- Madison County county in Texas, United States
- Montgomery County county in Texas, United States
- San Jacinto County county in Texas, United States
- Trinity County county in Texas, United States
- Huntsville
Demographics
The population of Walker County increased by 5.96% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 67,861 | - | census |
| 2011 | 68,409 | 0.8% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 68,609 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 69,404 | 1.15% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 70,076 | 0.96% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 70,836 | 1.07% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 71,845 | 1.4% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 72,816 | 1.33% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 73,136 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 72,971 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 72,164 | -1.12% | estimation process |
People born in Walker County (3)
People born in Walker County, including basketball player and coach Slater Martin, academic Marilyn McAdams Sibley, journalist Tom Ellis, .
List
Other places with the same name (3)
- Walker County , Georgia county in Georgia, United States with a population of 70,116 people.
- Walker County , Alabama county in Alabama, United States with a population of 63,143 people.
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 |
