Leon County

Leon County is an administrative division in central Texas covering rural farmland, forests, and small towns spread across the region. Several independent school districts operate within the county, serving students in communities like Buffalo, Centerville, and Normangee.

The county was established in 1846, carved out from Robertson County, and named after Martin de Leon, an early Mexican empresario who brought settlers to the region. This founding occurred during Texas's transition from Mexican to American rule.

Multiple independent school districts within Leon County, including Buffalo, Centerville, and Normangee, provide education services to local students.

Visitors can access information about county services through local offices that handle emergency management and public administration. Planning ahead makes it easier to navigate the scattered communities and rural areas throughout the region.

The county runs a specialized program to control feral hog populations that threaten local farms and natural areas. This management effort reflects the ongoing challenge farmers face in protecting their land and crops from wildlife damage.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1846

Capital city: Centerville

Shares border with: Limestone County, Freestone County, Anderson County, Houston County, Madison County, Robertson County, Brazos County

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

GPS coordinates: 31.30000,-96.00000

Latest update: December 22, 2025 11:30