Kingsville

Kingsville is a town in Kleberg County in South Texas that spreads around a university and agricultural operations. Wide roads run through residential neighborhoods with trees and green spaces, while the campus and military facilities occupy larger areas.

The town began in 1904 at the headquarters of King Ranch, one of the largest cattle ranches in the world. The railroad line to Mexico brought trade and growth, while the university opened in the 1920s.

Texas A&M University shapes the town with students and research projects focusing on wildlife and agriculture. The King Ranch Saddle Shop sells handmade leather goods and draws visitors who want to experience Texas craftsmanship.

The town sits on U.S. Route 77 between Corpus Christi and Harlingen and works as a stopover on longer drives. Most facilities and shops line the main roads, where parking is easy to find.

The National Natural Toxins Research Center studies poisons from snakes and scorpions for possible medical uses. Researchers collect animals from the region and work on treatments for bites and stings.

Location: Kleberg County

Inception: July 4, 1904

Elevation above the sea: 18 m

Website: https://cityofkingsville.com

GPS coordinates: 27.51500,-97.86560

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:31