Andrews County, Texas

Andrews County: County in Texas, United States

About

Andrews County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 14,786 and a population density of 4 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 18,879 inhabitants. Its county seat is Andrews. The county was created 114 years ago in 1909.

Andrews County is a county located in the western part of the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 18,879. Its county seat is Andrews. The county was created in 1910 and organized in 1911. It is named for Richard Andrews, a soldier of the Texas Revolution.

History

Early history

The area was originally inhabited by Apache and Comanche Native American tribes. In 1876, the Texas legislature established Andrews County from lands formerly assigned to Tom Green County. However, the county was not organized until 1911 due to a lack of settlements in the area.

20th century growth

The population of Andrews County grew rapidly following the discovery of oil in 1929. The first oil well was drilled in the Shafter Lake area and created a boom that attracted workers and businesses to the county. Andrews became an oil boom town, with businesses and housing constructed to accommodate the growth.

Economy

Oil and gas industry

The oil and gas industry has long been the backbone of the Andrews County economy. Some of the major oil companies operating in the county include Chevron, Occidental Petroleum, and ConocoPhillips. These companies have drilling rights for the prolific Permian Basin that underlies the county.

Agriculture

Cattle ranching and dairy farming are other important industries in Andrews County. The county has over 180,000 acres dedicated to crops including cotton, sorghum, hay, and pecans.

Attractions

Some places to visit in Andrews County include:

  • The Permian Basin Petroleum Museum in Andrews, which highlights the history and science of the oil industry
  • Andrews County Veterans Memorial which honors local veterans
  • Andrews County Historical Museum with exhibits on the county's pioneer history
Andrews County locator map
Location of Andrews County on Texas map.

Quick Facts about Andrews County

Population : 18,879 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Texas (United States)
Area : 3888 km2
Water as percent of area : 0.02%
Land as percent of area : 99.98%
Named for : Richard Andrews
Altitude : 3,176 feet / 968 meters
Capital : Andrews
Establishment : January 01, 1910
Time Zone : Central Time Zone
Local time : 18:55:59 (31st October 2024)
Density : 5 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 21.68% (2010-2020)
Andrews County Courthouse  Andrews  Texas image
Andrews County Courthouse Andrews Texas
Andrews County Courthouse  Andrews  Texas image

Geography

Andrews County is located at 32°18'18"N 102°38'16"W (32.3050300, -102.6378100). It has 5 neighbors: Lea County, Ector County, Gaines County, Martin County and Winkler County.

Andrews County map

The largest city of Andrews County is Andrews with a population of 14,331. . See all Andrews County cities & populated places.

Andrews County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Andrews County.

City Name Population Title
Andrews 14,331 City in Texas, USA

Andrews County has 5 neighbours.

  • Andrews

Demographics

The population of Andrews County increased by 21.68% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 14,786 - census
2011 15,386 3.9% estimation process
2012 16,105 4.46% estimation process
2013 16,779 4.02% estimation process
2014 17,435 3.76% estimation process
2015 18,072 3.52% estimation process
2016 17,791 -1.58% estimation process
2017 17,603 -1.07% estimation process
2018 18,011 2.27% estimation process
2019 18,705 3.71% estimation process
2020 18,879 0.92% estimation process

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People born in Andrews County (1)

Journalist, novelist Elmer Kelton was born in Andrews County

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