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Fannin County


Origin of the Name

Fannin County was named after James Walker Fannin, Jr. (1805–1836), who tragically served as the commander of the Texans killed in the Goliad Massacre.

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County Seat Bonham

Established 1837

Population 35,662

Median Age 40.7

Land Area 890.84 sq mi

Water Area 8.05 sq mi

Total Area 898.88 sq mi

Percent Urban 21.87%

Percent Rural 78.13%

Latitude, Longitude 33.7135° N, 96.1432° W