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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.

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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