Ellis County, Texas
Ellis County: County in Texas, United States
About
Ellis County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 149,610 and a population density of 61 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 191,760 inhabitants. Its county seat is Waxahachie. The county was created 175 years ago in 1849.
Ellis County is located just south of Dallas County in north central Texas. The county was founded in 1849 and named after Richard Ellis, president of the convention that produced the Texas Declaration of Independence.
The city of Waxahachie became the county seat of Ellis County in 1850. Waxahachie was named after the Native American Waxhaw tribe that once lived in the area.
Key Facts About Ellis County Today
Population: As of 2021, around 180,000 people live in Ellis County. The largest city is Waxahachie with a population of over 35,000.
Major Industries: Top industries in Ellis County include manufacturing, education, technology, retail trade and healthcare. Major companies include Ferris Mfg., Walmart Distribution,, and Reddy Ice.
Attractions: Top attractions include the Waxahachie Symphony, Scarborough Renaissance Festival, Waxahachie Rodeo, and the Ellis County Art Museum.
Things to See and Do in Ellis County
Some top attractions and activities in Ellis County include:
- Scarborough Renaissance Festival - Step back in time at this immersive medieval festival held each spring.
- Cathedral of San Fernando - Tour this historic 1876 church in downtown Waxahachie.
- Waxahachie Civic Center - Catch concerts, live theater, and comedy shows in this beautiful venue.
- Getzendaner Memorial Park - Relax or play disc golf at this scenic 161-acre park.
- Waxahachie Creek Winery - Enjoy tours and tastings in a cozy, rustic setting.
From history and culture to wine and shopping, Ellis County offers small town Texas charm just south of the busy Dallas metro.
Quick Facts about Ellis County
| Population : | 191,760 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Different from : | Ellis County, Ellis County |
| Area : | 2465 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 1.7% |
| Land as percent of area : | 98.3% |
| Named for : | Richard Ellis |
| Altitude : | 515 feet / 157 meters |
| Capital : | Waxahachie |
| Establishment : | December 12, 1849 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 09:25:42 (22nd June 2025) |
| Density : | 78 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 21.98% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Ellis County is located at 32°20'54"N 96°47'40"W (32.3484300, -96.7944800). It has 6 neighbors: Dallas County, Henderson County, Johnson County, Kaufman County, Navarro County and Tarrant County.
Ellis County map
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The largest city of Ellis County is Waxahachie with a population of 39,797. Other cities include, Midlothian population 35,146, Ennis population 20,678, Red Oak population 14,098 and Ovilla population 4,288. See all Ellis County cities & populated places.
Ellis County Populated Places (more)
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ellis County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Waxahachie | 39,797 | A city in Ellis County, Texas. |
| Midlothian | 35,146 | City in Texas, United States |
| Ennis | 20,678 | City in Texas, USA |
| Red Oak | 14,098 | City in and county seat of Montgomery County, Iowa, United States |
| Ovilla | 4,288 | City in Ellis County, Texas, United States |
| Ferris | 3,069 | City in Dallas and Ellis counties in Texas, USA |
| Nash | 2,177 | City in Bowie County, Texas, United States |
| Palmer | 2,169 | Town in Texas, USA |
| Italy | 1,964 | Town in Texas |
| Oak Leaf | 1,498 | Town of the United States |
| Maypearl | 1,046 | City in Ellis County, Texas, United States |
| Garrett | 891 | Town of the United States |
| Walnut Springs | 877 | City in Ellis County, Texas, United States |
| Rankin | 841 | City in Ellis County, Texas, United States |
| Milford | 756 | Town in Ellis County, Texas, United States of America |
| Plum Grove | 756 | City in Ellis County, Texas, United States |
- Official Website
Official website of Ellis County
Ellis County has 6 neighbours.
- Dallas County county in Texas, United States
- Henderson County county in Texas, United States
- Johnson County county in Texas, United States
- Kaufman County county in Texas, United States
- Navarro County county in Texas, United States
- Tarrant County county in Texas, United States
- Waxahachie
Demographics
The population of Ellis County increased by 21.98% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 149,610 | - | census |
| 2011 | 152,373 | 1.81% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 153,739 | 0.89% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 155,928 | 1.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 159,204 | 2.06% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 163,292 | 2.5% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 168,332 | 2.99% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 173,405 | 2.93% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 179,006 | 3.13% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 184,826 | 3.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 191,760 | 3.62% | estimation process |
People born in Ellis County (6)
People born in Ellis County, including murderer Jason Massey, United States Marine Corps officer Jack Lummus, bank robber Clyde Barrow, .
List
- Charlie Rabe (American baseball player) he was born in 06/05/1932
- James A. Chapman (American businessman) he was born in 03/04/1881
- Silver Tip Baker (American actor (1886–1943)) he was born in 18/04/1886
Other places with the same name (3)
- Ellis County , Kansas county in Kansas, United States with a population of 28,671 people.
- Ellis County , Oklahoma county in Oklahoma, United States with a population of 3,830 people.
Texas Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Harris County | 4,738,253 | County in Texas, United States |
| Dallas County | 2,635,888 | County in Texas, United States |
| Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
| Tarrant County | 2,123,347 | County in Texas, United States |
| Bexar County | 2,026,823 | County in Texas, United States |
| San Antonio | 1,567,118 | The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area. |
| Dallas | 1,343,266 | The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Travis County | 1,300,503 | County in Texas, United States |
| Collin County | 1,072,069 | County in Texas, United States |
| Austin | 995,484 | The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area. |
| Fort Worth | 927,720 | The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Denton County | 919,324 | County in Texas, United States |
| Montopolis | 912,791 | A neighborhood located in Austin, Texas. |
| Hidalgo County | 875,200 | County in New Mexico, United States |
| El Paso County | 841,286 | County in Texas, United States |
| Fort Bend County | 839,706 | County in Texas, United States |
