Wichita County, Texas
Wichita County: County in Texas, United States
About
Wichita County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 131,500 and a population density of 80 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 133,205 inhabitants. Its county seat is Wichita Falls. The county was created 166 years ago in 1858.
Wichita County is located in north Texas along the Oklahoma border. As of the 2020 census, the population was 131,613 making it the 12th most populous county in Texas. The county seat is Wichita Falls.
History
Early days
The county was established in 1858 while Texas was still a state. It was named after the Wichita Native American tribe. Wichita Falls became the county seat in 1882.
20th century growth
Wichita Falls grew rapidly in the early 1900s with the arrival of railroads. Oil was discovered in 1919, further boosting the local economy. Sheppard Air Force Base opened in 1941.
Recent trends
The population declined in the late 1900s as the oil economy slowed. Recently it has stabilized due to diversification of the economic base.
Economy
Oil and manufacturing
Oil production and oilfield equipment manufacturing play major roles. Other manufacturing includes food processing and plastics.
Healthcare
The healthcare industry has grown in importance, led by United Regional Health Care System.
Military
Sheppard Air Force Base provides a significant economic impact.
Attractions
Top attractions include:
- Wichita Falls Museum of Art at Midwestern State University - renowned art museum
- The Forum - performing arts theater venue
- Lucy Park - large park with hiking trails, swimming, golf and more
Quick Facts about Wichita County
| Population : | 133,205 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Different from : | Wichita County |
| Area : | 1639 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.8% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.2% |
| Named for : | Wichita people |
| Altitude : | 1,024 feet / 312 meters |
| Capital : | Wichita Falls |
| Establishment : | February 02, 1858 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 19:08:21 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 81 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 1.28% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Wichita County is located at 33°59'17"N 98°42'13"W (33.9879800, -98.7036100). It has 6 neighbors: Cotton County, Tillman County, Archer County, Baylor County, Clay County and Wilbarger County.
Wichita County map
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The largest city of Wichita County is Wichita Falls with a population of 105,405. Other cities include, Burkburnett population 11,405, Iowa Park population 6,431, Electra population 2,737 and Cashion Community population 360. See all Wichita County cities & populated places.
Wichita County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wichita County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita Falls | 105,405 | The most populous city in Wichita County, Texas. |
| Burkburnett | 11,405 | City in Wichita County, Texas, United States |
| Iowa Park | 6,431 | City in Wichita County, Texas, United States |
| Electra | 2,737 | City in Texas, United States |
| Cashion Community | 360 | City in Wichita County, Texas, United States |
- Official Website
Official website of Wichita County
Wichita County has 6 neighbours.
- Cotton County county in Oklahoma, United States
- Tillman County county in Oklahoma, United States
- Archer County county in Texas, United States
- Baylor County county in Texas, United States
- Clay County county in Texas, United States
- Wilbarger County county in Texas, United States
- Wichita Falls
Demographics
The population of Wichita County increased by 1.28% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 131,500 | - | census |
| 2011 | 130,803 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 131,701 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 132,192 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 132,646 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 130,961 | -1.29% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 131,295 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 131,689 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 131,807 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 132,230 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 133,205 | 0.73% | estimation process |
People born in Wichita County (5)
People born in Wichita County, including businessman Jay McGraw, film actor, born August 9, 1893 Carl Miller, murderer Odell Barnes, .
List
- Jan Ralske (American filmmaker) he was born in 07/04/1956
- Jack W. Connell Jr. he was born in 21/10/1937
Other places with the same name (2)
- Wichita County , Kansas county in Kansas, United States with a population of 2,074 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 |
