Anderson County Map, Texas

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Anderson County, Texas

Anderson County sits in East Texas, about halfway between Dallas and Houston. It’s where history and small-town charm collide.
Palestine, the county seat, is known for its gorgeous dogwoods that bloom each spring. Folks here love their Friday night football games. The county has a mix of rolling hills and dense forests.
You’ll find some great fishing spots along the Trinity River. The Texas State Railroad chugs through here, offering scenic rides. It’s a county proud of its past but looking to the future.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Anderson County |
County Seat | Palestine |
Population | Approximately 58,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Palestine, Elkhart, Frankston |
Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 79, U.S. Highway 287, State Highway 19 |
FIPS Code | 48-001 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,078 square miles (1,063 sq mi land, 15 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Henderson County (North), Cherokee County (East), Houston County (South), Leon County (Southwest), Freestone County (West) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
State | Texas |
Coordinates | 31°47’N, 95°39’W |
Etymology | Named after Kenneth L. Anderson, the last Vice President of the Republic of Texas |
Major Landmarks | Texas State Railroad, Davey Dogwood Park, Palestine Main Street District |
Website | Anderson County Website |
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