Hays County
Origin of the Name
Hays County was named after John Coffee Hays (1817–1883), a prominent Texas Ranger and officer during the Mexican–American War.
Hays County
County Details
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County Seat San Marcos
Established 1848
Population 241,067
Median Age 34.4
Land Area 676.85 sq mi
Water Area 1.95 sq mi
Total Area 678.8 sq mi
Percent Urban 70.26%
Percent Rural 29.74%
Latitude, Longitude 30.0538° N, 98.0029° W