Georgetown, Texas
Georgetown: The most populous city in Williamson County, Texas.
About
Georgetown is a city located in the county of Williamson in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 47,400 and a population density of 337 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 85,538 inhabitants.
The city was created 178 years ago in 1847.
Georgetown is a city in central Texas, United States. It is the county seat of Williamson County, and it is located just north of Austin. The city has a population of 75,470 (2020), and it is the sixth-largest city in the state.
Georgetown was founded in 1847 by settlers from Kentucky and Tennessee. The city was named for George Washington's Georgetown estate. It was incorporated as a town on March 4, 1851, and as a city on February 7, 1873.
The city has several historic homes, including the Victorian-era Old Williamson County Jail and the 1911 Courthouse. The Williamson Museum explores local history and culture at its location in the former Masonic Lodge Hall at 105 E. 6th Street. East, Southwestern University is known for its Fountainwood Observatory; it also has an observatory at Fort Hood near Killeen in Bell County. Blue Hole Park features a lagoon along the San Gabriel River; it is located at 2300 W Blue Hole Rd., Georgetown TX 78628 (512) 930-8279). To the south, Inner Space Cavern is a vast cave with hundreds of stalactites; it can be found at 1202 S FM 2821 Rd., Round Rock TX 786
Georgetown is also home to East, Southwestern University, which is known for its Fountainwood Observatory. Blue Hole Park features a lagoon along the San Gabriel River. Inner Space Cavern is a vast cave with hundreds of stalactites.
The Williamson Museum explores local history at its Downtown Historic District, which includes the Victorian-era Old Williamson County Jail and the 1911 Courthouse. East of Georgetown, Southwestern University is known for its Fountainwood Observatory. To the south, Inner Space Cavern is a vast cave with hundreds of stalactites.
The city has an elevation of 230 meters above sea level and covers 154 square kilometers. The population is 75,470 people (as of 2020).
Quick Facts about Georgetown
| Population | 85,538 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Williamson County |
| Twitter username | georgetowntx |
| Postal code | 78626–78628 |
| Area | 140.73 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 30.6327,-97.6772 |
| Named for | George Washington Glasscock |
| Altitude | 755 feet / 230 meters |
| Capital city | Georgetown is capital of Williamson County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1848 (178 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:29:53 (15th September 2026) |
| Density | 608 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 80.46% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 77℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Georgetown is located at 30°37'58"N 97°40'38"W (30.6326900, -97.6772300).
Georgetown map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 77. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Georgetown increased by 80.46% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1870 | 479 | - | |
| 2010 | 47,400 | 9795.62% | census |
| 2011 | 50,310 | 6.14% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 52,483 | 4.32% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 54,831 | 4.47% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 58,974 | 7.56% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 63,533 | 7.73% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 67,028 | 5.5% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 70,640 | 5.39% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 74,275 | 5.15% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 79,604 | 7.17% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 85,538 | 7.45% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Georgetown
1USDA Service Center
505 W University Ave, Georgetown, TX 78626, United States View details
Phone: +15128636502 | Website available
2USDA Rural Development
1100 Martin Luther King Jr St, Georgetown, TX 78626, United States View details
Phone: +15128638576 | Website available
People born in Georgetown (9)
People born in Georgetown, including athletics competitor Foy Draper, Major League Baseball pitcher Dixie Leverett, United States Army Medal of Honor recipient Eli L. Whiteley, .
More notable people
- Euel Box (American composer) he was born in 31/12/1928
- Gabe Jones (soccer player) he was born in 21/01/1973
- Matt Dominguez (American football player) he was born in 27/06/1978
- Andrew McKirahan (American baseball player) he was born in 08/02/1990
- Meredith McClain she was born in 01/01/1941
- Spoony Palm (American baseball player) he was born in 27/10/1907
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Georgetown, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 228343 | Southwestern University | Georgetown (TX) | 78626 |
| 491996 | The Salon Professional Academy-Georgetown | Georgetown (TX) | 78626-5470 |
| 482325 | National American University-Georgetown | Georgetown (TX) | 78628-5355 |
| 246460 | Central Texas Beauty College-Round Rock | Round Rock (TX) | 78664-4604 |
| 451820 | The Art Institute of Austin | Austin (TX) | 78728 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Georgetown, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAY | Taylor | 118 East First St. | RAIL |
| AUS | Austin | 250 North Lamar Blvd. | RAIL |
| KIL | Killeen, Texas | 200 East Avenue C | BUS |
| FHD | Fort Hood, Texas | Hood Road & Old Ironsides Ave. | BUS |
| TPL | Temple | 315 West Ave B | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Georgetown.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Post Office | Georgetown (TX) | 78626 |
| Weir Post Office | Weir (TX) | 78674 |
| Round Rock W Post Office | Round Rock (TX) | 78681 |
| Walburg Post Office | Walburg (TX) | 78673 |
| Hu Post Office | Hutto (TX) | 78634 |
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- Georgetown, South Carolina city in Georgetown County, South Carolina, United States. with a population of 8,794 people.
- Georgetown, Massachusetts town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. with a population of 8,789 people.
- Georgetown, Delaware town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. with a population of 7,797 people.
- Georgetown, Ohio town in Ohio. with a population of 4,216 people.
- Georgetown, Indiana town in Floyd County, Indiana, United States. with a population of 3,410 people.
- Georgetown, Illinois city in Vermilion County, Illinois, United States. with a population of 3,145 people.
Other cities in Williamson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Williamson County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Round Rock | 137,575 | The fourth most populous city in Williamson County, Texas. |
| Cedar Park | 81,040 | The second most populous city in Williamson County, Texas. |
| Leander | 70,519 | The fifth most populous city in Williamson County, Texas. |
| Hutto | 29,987 | City in Williamson County, Texas, United States |
| Brushy Creek | 21,764 | Census designated place |
| Taylor | 17,921 | City in Texas, United States |
| Jollyville | 16,151 | Census designated place |
| Anderson Mill | 8,744 | Census designated place |
| Jarrell | 2,077 | City in Williamson County, Texas, United States |
| Bartlett | 1,766 | City in Texas |
| Serenada | 1,641 | Census designated place |
| Granger | 1,514 | City in Williamson County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Georgetown distances to largest Texas cities