Harris County

Harris County is a large administrative area in southeastern Texas that includes Houston and many surrounding communities. The region stretches across hundreds of square kilometers, combining city centers with residential neighborhoods of different sizes.

This area was established in 1836 and named after John Richardson Harris, who had founded a settlement here. That early community on the waterfront became the starting point for what would eventually grow into a major region.

The communities across this county bring their own traditions and local celebrations throughout the year. You can experience this diversity as you move through different neighborhoods, each with its own character and way of life.

This is a very large area, so you should plan which neighborhoods or parts you want to visit. It works best to explore different sections on separate trips, since there is too much to see in a single day.

This area contains one of the country's largest urban populations within its boundaries. This makes it a fascinating place to see how different types of city living exist side by side.

Location: Georgia

Inception: December 14, 1827

Capital city: Hamilton

Shares border with: Troup County, Muscogee County, Meriwether County, Talbot County, Lee County, Chambers County

Website: http://harriscountyga.gov

GPS coordinates: 32.74000,-84.91000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 14:59