Hempstead, Texas
Hempstead: city in Texas, USA
About
Hempstead is a city located in the county of Waller in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,770 and a population density of 363 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,835 inhabitants.
The city was created 167 years ago in 1858.
Quick Facts about Hempstead
| Population | 8,835 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Waller County |
| Postal code | 77445 |
| Phone Area Codes | 979 |
| Area | 15.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 30.0974,-96.0783 |
| Altitude | 226 feet / 69 meters |
| Capital city | Hempstead is capital of Waller County |
| Establishment | November 10, 1858 (167 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:19:26 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 556 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 34.69% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Hempstead is located at 30°5'51"N 96°4'42"W (30.0974400, -96.0782900).
Hempstead map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chan...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Hempstead increased by 34.69% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,770 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,968 | 3.32% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,064 | 1.58% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,307 | 3.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,641 | 5.03% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,063 | 5.97% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 7,397 | 4.52% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 7,627 | 3.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,014 | 4.83% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,355 | 4.08% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,835 | 5.43% | estimation process |
People born in Hempstead (9)
People born in Hempstead, including blues pianist Buster Pickens, United States federal judge Allen Burroughs Hannay, football player Harvey Williams, .
More notable people
- Pat Newnam (baseball player) he was born in 10/12/1880
- Terrence Toliver (Player of American football) he was born in 07/05/1988
- Norris Wright Cuney (politician) he was born in 12/05/1846
- Cynthia Bond (American author and former actress) she was born in 24/04/1961
- Mike Terry he was born in 18/07/1940
- Melvin Bonner (American football wide receiver) he was born in 18/02/1970
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Hempstead, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 227526 | Prairie View A & M University | Prairie View (TX) | 77446 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Hempstead, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PVW | Prairie View, TX | 44814 US Highway 290 Business \r\n | BUS |
| BRY | Bryan, TX | 301 East 26th Street | BUS |
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Hempstead.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hempstead Post Office | Hempstead (TX) | 77445 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Hempstead, New York Located in Nassau County, New York, this hamlet and village is a major commercial and transportation hub. with a population of 764,055 people.
Other cities in Waller County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Waller County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie View | 7,013 | City in Texas |
| Brookshire | 6,095 | City in Waller County, Texas, United States |
| Waller | 3,572 | City in Texas, USA |
| Pattison | 646 | City in Waller County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Hempstead distances to largest Texas cities