Jim Wells County, Administrative division in South Texas, United States.
Jim Wells County spans 868 square miles of territory, containing the city of Alice and multiple communities across its landscape.
The county, established in 1911, received its name from James B. Wells Jr., a judicial figure who influenced South Texas Democratic politics.
The demographic composition of Jim Wells County reflects a strong Hispanic presence, with annual celebrations including the Jim Wells County Fair.
The Jim Wells County Appraisal District manages property assessments and tax collections at 1600 East Main Street in Alice, Texas.
The county gained national attention during the 1948 Senate election through the Box 13 incident involving ballot counting irregularities.
Location: Texas
Inception: March 11, 1911
Capital city: Alice
Website: http://www.co.jim-wells.tx.us
Shares border with: Live Oak County, San Patricio County, Nueces County, Kleberg County, Brooks County, Duval County
Website: http://co.jim-wells.tx.us
GPS coordinates: 27.73000,-98.09000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:29
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