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Erath County


Origin of the Name

Erath County was named after George Bernard Erath, an early surveyor and a soldier who fought at the Battle of San Jacinto.

Erath County

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County Seat Stephenville

Established 1856

Population 42,545

Median Age 32.6

Land Area 1083.18 sq mi

Water Area 6.63 sq mi

Total Area 1089.81 sq mi

Percent Urban 49.01%

Percent Rural 50.99%

Latitude, Longitude 32.1793° N, 98.2213° W