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Hemphill County


Origin of the Name

Hemphill County was named after John Hemphill (1803–1862), who served as a U.S. Senator and Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court.

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County Details

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County Seat Canadian

Established 1876

Population 3,382

Median Age 39.2

Land Area 906.29 sq mi

Water Area 5.87 sq mi

Total Area 912.16 sq mi

Percent Rural 100%

Latitude, Longitude 35.9022° N, 100.3498° W