Ellis County

Ellis County is an administrative division in Texas containing multiple cities and towns spread across the region, with Waxahachie serving as its county seat where government operations are based. The area includes both urban centers and rural communities that together form the jurisdiction.

The county was established by Texas lawmakers in 1849 as settlers moved into the region during westward expansion in the mid-1800s. Its creation helped organize and govern the growing population and territories during this period of rapid change.

The community here reflects Texas heritage through its collection of towns and rural areas that have grown since the 1800s, with each place holding its own local traditions and character. Residents maintain ties to the land and its settlement history through the stories and buildings that remain from earlier generations.

Getting around the area is easiest by car since towns and communities are spread out across the region. Visiting during spring or fall offers more comfortable conditions than the hot summer months.

The region contains a mix of architectural styles from different eras, with Victorian buildings standing alongside more recent structures that show how communities have grown and changed over time. This blend of old and new creates an interesting visual record of the area's development.

Location: Texas

Inception: December 20, 1849

Capital city: Waxahachie

Shares border with: Kaufman County, Henderson County, Navarro County, Hill County, Johnson County, Tarrant County, Dallas County

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

GPS coordinates: 32.35000,-96.79000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:57