Matagorda County
Origin of the Name
Matagorda County was named after the canebrakes that once grew along the coast, with "Mata gorda" translating to "fat bush" in Spanish.
Matagorda County
County Details
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County Seat Bay City
Established 1836
Population 36,255
Median Age 38.1
Land Area 1092.92 sq mi
Water Area 519.59 sq mi
Total Area 1612.51 sq mi
Percent Urban 53.26%
Percent Rural 46.74%
Latitude, Longitude 28.8205° N, 95.9833° W