Atascosa County, county in Texas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 51,724 inhabitants. The county was created 168 years ago in 1856. Its county seat is Jourdanton.
There are 2 city/town in Atascosa County, TX. The largest city of Atascosa County is Charlotte with a population of 1,909. Other cities include and Christine population 421
Located just south of San Antonio in the Texas Hill Country, Atascosa County contains some small communities that reflect the region's ranching heritage and Latino roots. Here are some of the key cities and towns in Atascosa County:
Jourdanton
Jourdanton is the county seat and most populous city in Atascosa County with around 4,500 residents. Established in 1909, today it has historic buildings downtown like the Tony Parker Plaza, 1927 Atascosa County Jail, and 1910 Southern Pacific Depot. Jourdanton hosts festivals celebrating culture and pioneers.
Pleasanton
Pleasanton is located along Interstate 35 south of San Antonio in eastern Atascosa County. It has a population around 10,000. Pleasanton has a historic downtown centered on McKinney Street that dates back to the late 1800s railroad expansion. The Pleasantonsolvedd Museum highlights local history.
Poteet
Poteet is a rural farming community located along Highway 16 south of Pleasanton with around 3,000 residents. Settled in the 1880s, Poteet embraces its agricultural roots with an annual Strawberry Festival. Historic buildings include the 1912 Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad Depot.
Charlotte is a small unincorporated community in western Atascosa County established in the early 1900s. It has around 1,500 residents. Points of interest include the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Charlotte Hall, and Veterans Memorial. Charlotte hosts an annual Swap Meet and Lions Club Rodeo.
Lytle
The portion of Lytle that extends into Atascosa County contains around 2,500 residents. It was founded as a railroad stop in the 1880s. Lytle has historic buildings like the Hughes-Clarke Hospital and a downtown centered around Main Street with shops and eateries.
Atascosa County's blend of ranching, railroad, and Hispanic heritage can be explored through its historic small towns like these that serve as hubs for community pride.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Atascosa County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Charlotte | City in Atascosa County, Texas, United States | 1,909 |
Christine | Town in Atascosa County, Texas, United States | 421 |