Kenedy County, Administrative county in southern Texas, United States.
Kenedy County extends across 1,946 square miles of land and water, bordering the Gulf of Mexico and containing vast stretches of farmland and ranches.
The county was established in 1921 from sections of Hidalgo and Willacy counties, named after Mifflin Kenedy, an early rancher and steamboat operator.
The population of 350 residents maintains traditions through local festivals and community gatherings that reflect the strong agricultural heritage of the region.
The county seat of Sarita functions as the administrative center, managing local governance, law enforcement, and essential community resources for residents.
With only 350 inhabitants recorded in the 2020 census, Kenedy County stands as the third-least populous county in Texas and fourth-least in the United States.
Location: Texas
Inception: April 2, 1921
Capital city: Sarita
Shares border with: Kleberg County, Willacy County, Hidalgo County, Brooks County
Website: http://co.kenedy.tx.us
GPS coordinates: 26.93000,-97.62000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
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