Brazoria County, Administrative division in southeastern Texas, United States
Brazoria County extends across 1,609 square miles of land, incorporating coastal plains, marshes, forests, and 251 square miles of water features.
The county, established in 1836 during Texas independence, served as a crucial settlement area when Stephen F. Austin's colonists arrived in 1821.
The county population of 372,031 residents represents multiple ethnic backgrounds, with events throughout the year celebrating Texas heritage and local traditions.
The region contains multiple educational institutions, including Alvin Community College and Brazosport College, serving students across numerous local school districts.
The Brazoria County Sheriff's Office holds the distinction of being the first law enforcement agency established in Texas, dating from March 1836.
Location: Texas
Inception: 1836
Capital city: Angleton
Shares border with: Harris County, Galveston County, Matagorda County, Wharton County, Fort Bend County
Website: http://brazoria-county.com
GPS coordinates: 29.17000,-95.44000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:55
Christopher C. Kraft Jr. Mission Control Center
55.1 km
Space Center Houston
53.9 km
Brazos Bend State Park
27.7 km
Clemens Unit
21.5 km
Boardwalk Bullet
58.6 km
Varner–Hogg Plantation State Historical Site
19.4 km
Levi Jordan Plantation
27.7 km
NASA Mission Control Center
55 km
Telfair, Sugar Land
51.5 km
San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge
35 km
Space Environment Simulation Laboratory
55.3 km
Fort Bend County Libraries
53.5 km
Pine Gully Park, Seabrook, Texas
60.1 km
Durazno Plantation
23.8 km
John M. and Lottie D. Moore House
55.4 km
Hopper Field
24.3 km
George W. S. Abbey Rocket Park at Space Center Houston
54.3 km
Lamar–Calder House
55 km
Alden B. Dow Office and Lake Jackson City Hall
14.3 km
The Settlement Historic District
50.8 km
Ammon Underwood House
17.6 km
Saturn V Rocket
54.4 km
Black Cowboy Museum
55.9 km
Fort Bend County Courthouse
55.4 km
Lake Jackson Freeport Beach
23.2 km
Saturn V Launch Vehicle
54.4 km
Gazebo for James Richard Marmion
24.5 km
El Franco Lee Park
51 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes