Waller County

Waller County is an administrative district in Southeast Texas covering rural areas mixed with growing suburban development along Interstate 10. The county includes multiple towns such as Hempstead, Brookshire, Pattison, and Prairie View, each with their own character and services.

The county was established in 1873 and named after Edwin Waller, the first mayor of Austin and a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. Its creation reflected Texas's expanding settlement patterns during that era.

Prairie View A&M University shapes educational and community life throughout the county, serving as a gathering place for students and residents from surrounding areas. The institution influences local traditions and social connections across multiple generations.

The county sits along Interstate 10, making it easy to pass through or access different areas by car. Administrative services and facilities are distributed across the main towns for visitor convenience.

The county hosts headquarters for major companies including Igloo Products, Goya Foods, and the global base for Grundfos water pump technology. This industrial presence significantly shapes the local economy and employment landscape.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1873

Capital city: Hempstead

Shares border with: Montgomery County, Fort Bend County, Austin County, Harris County, Grimes County, Washington County

Website: http://co.waller.tx.us

GPS coordinates: 30.01000,-95.98000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:00