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Hays County, Texas

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Hays County lies just south of Austin in the central part of Texas. It’s where the Hill Country meets the Blackland Prairie. It’s growing fast, thanks to its proximity to some bigger cities.

San Marcos is the county seat with the San Marcos River cutting through. Yep, it’s perfect for tubing. It’s also home to Texas State University. Wimberley’s a little slice of Hill Country heaven. Artists love it here and so do retirees.

The western part of the county is rugged and beautiful. Ranches and wineries are a common sight here. You’ll find everything from hipsters to cowboys in Hays County. It’s a place that honors its past while embracing the future.

CategoryDetails
County NameHays County
County SeatSan Marcos
PopulationApproximately 300,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesSan Marcos, Kyle, Buda, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Woodcreek
Interstates and HighwaysInterstate 35, U.S. Highway 290, State Highway 21
FIPS Code48-209
Total Area (Land and Water)680 square miles (678 sq mi land, 2 sq mi water)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Travis County (North), Caldwell County (East), Guadalupe County (Southwest), Comal County (South), Blanco County (Northwest)
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CST)
StateTexas
Coordinates30°00’N, 98°00’W
EtymologyNamed after John Coffee Hays, a Texas Ranger and military officer
Major LandmarksTexas State University, San Marcos River, Jacob’s Well Natural Area
WebsiteHays County Website

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