Waller County, Texas
Waller County: County in Texas, United States
About
Waller County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 43,205 and a population density of 32 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 57,452 inhabitants. Its county seat is Hempstead. The county was created 151 years ago in 1872.
Waller County is located in southeastern Texas, northwest of Houston. As of the 2020 census, the population was 57,187 making it the 39th most populous county in Texas. The county seat is Hempstead.
History
Early days
Waller County was established in 1873 and named after Texas Revolution leader Edwin Waller. Hempstead became the county seat in 1874. The economy was based on ranching and agriculture.
20th century growth
The county transitioned to a more industrial economy in the 1900s, focused on oil, gas, and manufacturing. The population grew with suburban sprawl from Houston.
Economy
Oil and gas
Oil and natural gas extraction and production is a major industry. There are thousands of wells and extensive pipeline infrastructure.
Manufacturing
Other important economic activities include food processing, furniture manufacturing, and metal fabrication. Many firms are located in the city of Brookshire.
Agriculture
Cattle ranching and hay production are still important agricultural pursuits.
Attractions
Top attractions include:
- Liendo Plantation - restored 19th century plantation home
- Prairie View A&M University - historic black college
- Hempstead - quaint historic downtown district
Quick Facts about Waller County
| Population : | 57,452 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Area : | 1343 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.8% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.2% |
| Named for : | Edwin Waller |
| Altitude : | 203 feet / 62 meters |
| Capital : | Hempstead |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1873 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 20:15:23 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 43 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 24.8% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Waller County is located at 30°0'39"N 95°59'16"W (30.0108100, -95.9876500). It has 3 neighbors: Austin County, Fort Bend County and Montgomery County.
Waller County map
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The largest city of Waller County is Hempstead with a population of 8,835. Other cities include, Prairie View population 7,013, Brookshire population 6,095, Waller population 3,572 and Pattison population 646. See all Waller County cities & populated places.
Waller County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Waller County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hempstead | 8,835 | City in Texas, USA |
| Prairie View | 7,013 | City in Texas |
| Brookshire | 6,095 | City in Waller County, Texas, United States |
| Waller | 3,572 | City in Texas, USA |
| Pattison | 646 | City in Waller County, Texas, United States |
- Official Website
Official website of Waller County
Waller County has 3 neighbours.
- Austin County county in Texas, United States
- Fort Bend County county in Texas, United States
- Montgomery County county in Texas, United States
- Hempstead
Demographics
The population of Waller County increased by 24.8% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 43,205 | - | census |
| 2011 | 44,101 | 2.03% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 44,335 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 45,408 | 2.36% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 46,765 | 2.9% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 48,641 | 3.86% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 50,046 | 2.81% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 51,717 | 3.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 53,512 | 3.35% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 55,246 | 3.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 57,452 | 3.84% | estimation process |
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 |
