Bowie County, county in Texas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 93,481 inhabitants. The county was created 184 years ago in 1840. Its county seat is Boston.
There are 2 city/town in Bowie County, TX. The largest city of Bowie County is Redwater with a population of 1,104. Other cities include and Red Lick population 1,025
Redwater, City in Bowie County, Texas, United States
Red Lick, City in Bowie County, Texas, United States
Located in northeast Texas along the Arkansas border, Bowie County contains a mix of small cities, towns, and rural communities. Here are some of the notable cities and towns located in Bowie County:
Texarkana
Texarkana is by far the largest city in Bowie County, with a population of around 37,000. Located right along the Texas-Arkansas border, Texarkana straddles both states. The Texas side of Texarkana serves as the county seat. Key landmarks include the Ace of Clubs House and the Perot Theatre.
New Boston
New Boston is located along Interstate 30 in northeastern Bowie County, about 30 miles from Texarkana. It has a population of around 5,000 residents. The economy is tied to the lumber industry and the Red River Army Depot.
Maud
Maud is a small rural town situated along Highway 82 southwest of Texarkana. It has a population of around 1,000 residents. Maud was established in the late 1800s as a railroad town and is home to the Bowie County Park.
Hooks
Hooks lies along Highway 82 near the center of Bowie County and has around 2,500 residents. It was founded as a railroad town in 1904. Hooks has many historic buildings and homes, some dating back to the late 1800s.
Leary
Leary is an unincorporated town located along Highway 82 between Maud and New Boston. It has a population of around 500 residents. The economy is tied to light industry and agriculture.
In addition to these towns, Bowie County has many even smaller unincorporated rural communities and settlements scattered amongst the piney woods and farmland. Historic railroads and highways connect the area's communities.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Bowie County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Red Lick | City in Bowie County, Texas, United States | 1,025 |
Redwater | City in Bowie County, Texas, United States | 1,104 |