Walker County
Origin of the Name
Walker County was originally named after Robert J. Walker, but it was officially renamed after Samuel Hamilton Walker, a Texas Ranger and soldier in the Mexican–American War, who is not related to Robert J. Walker.
Walker County
County Details
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County Seat Huntsville
Established 1846
Population 76,400
Median Age 37.5
Land Area 784.22 sq mi
Water Area 17.28 sq mi
Total Area 801.5 sq mi
Percent Urban 56.83%
Percent Rural 43.17%
Latitude, Longitude 30.6815° N, 95.6458° W