Ellis County Map, Texas
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Ellis County, Texas
Ellis County is just south of Dallas. This county offers a taste of small-town Texas with a side of big city convenience. Waxahachie is the county seat and is known for its stunning courthouse. It’s a film location favorite.
The whole county bursts with color each spring. Bluebonnets carpet the fields. It’s a sight to see. Agriculture is still big here. Cotton was once king but now it’s a mix of crops and cattle.
The county’s growing fast with new neighborhoods springing up. But there’s still plenty of open space. Old-timers and newcomers mix and mingle. It’s a place in transition, holding onto its roots while embracing change.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Ellis County |
| County Seat | Waxahachie |
| Population | Approximately 220,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Waxahachie, Ennis, Midlothian, Red Oak, Ferris, Italy, Palmer |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 35E, U.S. Highway 67, U.S. Highway 77, State Highway 287 |
| FIPS Code | 48-139 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 952 square miles (936 sq mi land, 16 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Dallas County (North), Kaufman County (Northeast), Henderson County (East), Navarro County (South), Hill County (Southwest), Johnson County (West), Tarrant County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 32°22’N, 96°47’W |
| Etymology | Named after Richard Ellis, president of the convention that produced the Texas Declaration of Independence |
| Major Landmarks | Scarborough Renaissance Festival, Ellis County Courthouse, Texas Motorplex |
| Website | Ellis County Website |
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