Wharton County

Wharton County is an administrative division in Southeast Texas comprising two major cities and a number of smaller communities scattered throughout the region. The area is crossed by major transportation routes including a significant north-south highway and an interstate, facilitating access to neighboring areas.

The county was named after two brothers who played important roles in Texas independence and were active early in the state's history. These men left their mark on a region that later became a center of farming and settlement.

The county is home to several communities centered around local institutions where schools and a junior college shape family life. These establishments serve as social gathering points and connect the scattered settlements throughout the region.

Visitors can navigate easily through the area by car, as several highways pass directly through the county connecting the various communities. Smaller airports are available for air travel, though these primarily serve private aviation.

The county has a long agricultural tradition that continues to shape the landscape and economic foundation of many communities today. The vast fields and farms dominating the area echo the settlement period and the region's development as a farming zone.

Location: Texas

Inception: April 3, 1846

Capital city: Wharton

Shares border with: Austin County, Fort Bend County, Brazoria County, Matagorda County, Jackson County, Colorado County

Website: https://co.wharton.tx.us

GPS coordinates: 29.28000,-96.22000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23