Wichita County Map, Texas
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Wichita County, Texas
Wichita County straddles the Red River in North Texas, right up against Oklahoma. Wichita Falls is the beating heart of this place. It’s a mid-sized city with a big personality.
Sheppard Air Force Base brings in folks from all over. The “world’s smallest skyscraper” downtown is a quirky landmark that needs to be seen? It’s in Wichita Falls, if you want to check it out.
Every year, thousands of cyclists descend on the county for the Hotter’N Hell Hundred race. Drought’s always a worry. But the people here make do. The sunsets are absolutely spectacular in Wichita County.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Wichita County |
| County Seat | Wichita Falls |
| Population | Approximately 131,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Wichita Falls, Burkburnett, Electra, Iowa Park |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 287, U.S. Highway 82 |
| FIPS Code | 48-485 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 660 square miles (645 sq mi land, 15 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Tillman County, Oklahoma (North), Cotton County, Oklahoma (Northeast), Clay County (East), Archer County (South), Wilbarger County (West), Baylor County (Southwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 33°55’N, 98°30’W |
| Etymology | Named after the Wichita Native American tribe |
| Major Landmarks | Wichita Falls Museum of Art, Lucy Park, River Bend Nature Center |
| Website | Wichita County Website |
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Wichita County Road Map
The road network here centers on Wichita Falls. I-44 heads north to Oklahoma and fan out toward the Texas interior. Some run straight and fast. But others meander through wind farms and fields.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Wichita County Satellite Map
From above, the landscape is dusty and geometric. Square fields, dirt roads, and occasional wind turbines are common in the view. Wichita Falls creates a gray cluster, but farmland quickly takes over beyond the city.
OUTLINE MAP
Wichita County Blank Map
The county has a wide, squat shape. Its northern boundary follows the Red River, which also forms the state line with Oklahoma. The rest of the border is straight, giving it a sturdy, almost blocky appearance.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 6 neighboring counties of Wichita County:
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