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Travis County


Origin of the Name

Travis County was named after William Barret Travis, the commander of the Texan forces at the Alamo.

Travis County

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County Details

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County Seat Austin

Established 1840

Population 1,290,188

Median Age 35.9

Land Area 994.05 sq mi

Water Area 30.97 sq mi

Total Area 1025.03 sq mi

Percent Urban 94.89%

Percent Rural 5.11%

Latitude, Longitude 30.2097° N, 97.6982° W