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.
Potter County
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