Upshur County, county in Texas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 42,166 inhabitants. The county was created 178 years ago in 1846. Its county seat is Gilmer.
There are 1 city/town in Upshur County, TX. The largest city of Upshur County is East Mountain with a population of 878.
East Mountain, City in Upshur County, Texas, United States
Upshur County is located in northeastern Texas. Some of the notable cities and towns in Upshur County include:
Gilmer - Gilmer is the county seat and largest city in Upshur County. It had a population of 5,192 as of 2020. Gilmer hosts an annual Yamboree Festival.
Big Sandy - Big Sandy is a city located southwest of Gilmer. It had a population of 1,343 as of 2020. Nearby attractions include Lake Gilmer.
Ore City - Ore City is a town located south of Gilmer along Highway 259. It had a population of 1,223 as of 2020. The area was settled after iron ore discovery.
Union Grove - Union Grove is a small unincorporated town northwest of Gladewater founded in the 19th century.
Simpsonville - Simpsonville is an unincorporated community located east of Gilmer established in the 1840s.
In summary, Upshur County is comprised of small northeast Texas towns and rural communities clustered around the county seat of Gilmer.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Upshur County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| East Mountain | City in Upshur County, Texas, United States | 878 |
