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Potter County


Origin of the Name

Potter County was named after Robert Potter (1800–1842), who served as secretary of the navy for the Republic of Texas and was a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

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County Details

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County Seat Amarillo

Established 1876

Population 118,525

Median Age 35.1

Land Area 908.39 sq mi

Water Area 13.59 sq mi

Total Area 921.98 sq mi

Percent Urban 88.74%

Percent Rural 11.26%

Latitude, Longitude 35.4044° N, 101.9805° W