Wood County, county in Texas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 46,291 inhabitants. The county was created 174 years ago in 1850. Its county seat is Quitman.
There are 1 city/town in Wood County, TX. The largest city of Wood County is Yantis with a population of 425.
Yantis, Town of the United States
Wood County is located in northeastern Texas near the Oklahoma border. The county has a population of around 45,000 residents. Some notable cities and towns in Wood County include:
Quitman
Quitman is the county seat and largest city in Wood County with around 2,000 residents. It serves as an agricultural and small manufacturing hub for the region. Key features are the Wood County Courthouse, Dogwood Park, and the Quitman Carnegie Library.
Mineola
Mineola is the second largest city located along US Highway 69. It has around 5,000 residents. Mineola hosts the massive Mineola Nature Preserve and a historic downtown district. The city's economy is focused on retail and healthcare.
Hawkins
Hawkins is a small city situated east of Mineola with around 1,400 residents. It provides access to Lake Hawkins for fishing and watersports. The town has antebellum homes and a quaint downtown area.
Golden
Golden is a very small unincorporated community with around 200 residents. It originated as a farming and sawmill town. Golden has historic churches and homesteads open for tours.
In summary, Quitman and Mineola are the main population centers, while smaller towns like Hawkins and Golden showcase Wood County's agricultural roots and rustic historical charm.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wood County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Yantis | Town of the United States | 425 |
