Houston County
Origin of the Name
Houston County was named after Sam Houston (1793–1863), the general of the Texan Revolution, commander at the Battle of San Jacinto, later president of the Republic of Texas, U.S. Senator, and governor of the state of Texas.
Houston County
County Details
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County Seat Crockett
Established 1837
Population 22,066
Median Age 43.6
Land Area 1231 sq mi
Water Area 5.57 sq mi
Total Area 1236.58 sq mi
Percent Urban 26.9%
Percent Rural 73.1%
Latitude, Longitude 31.2378° N, 95.4778° W