Wilson County, Texas
Wilson County: County in Texas, United States
About
Wilson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 42,918 and a population density of 20 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 52,023 inhabitants. Its county seat is Floresville. The county was created 164 years ago in 1859.
Wilson County is located in the southern region of Texas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 51,257 making it the 41st most populous county in the state. The county seat is Floresville.
History
Early days
Wilson County was established in 1860, shortly before the start of the Civil War. It was named after James C. Wilson, a Texas Revolutionary soldier. Floresville was designated the county seat in 1868.
20th century
In the first half of the 1900s, agriculture and ranching dominated the local economy. The population grew slowly but steadily. In the latter half of the century, growth increased more rapidly as more residents commuted to jobs in nearby San Antonio.
Economy
Agriculture
Cattle ranching and hay production are the main agricultural activities. The county has over 400,000 acres of farmland. Key products are beef cattle, coastal hay, and pecans.
Manufacturing
Oil and gas extraction is a major industry, along with production of cement, steel, and fabricated metals. The county has sizeable deposits of oil, natural gas, and phosphates.
Attractions
Some top attractions include:
- The Floresville Peanut Festival - a popular annual event since 1938
- Pearsall Park - large park with sports fields, trails, and swimming
- Historic downtown Floresville with unique shops and eateries
Quick Facts about Wilson County
| Population : | 52,023 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Different from : | Wilson County, Wilson County, Wilson County |
| Area : | 2095 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.6% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.4% |
| Named for : | James Charles Wilson |
| Capital : | Floresville |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1860 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 01:20:38 (25th April 2024) |
| Density : | 25 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 17.5% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Wilson County is located at 29°10'26"N 98°5'12"W (29.1740100, -98.0865700). It has 4 neighbors: Atascosa County, Bexar County, Gonzales County and Karnes County.
Wilson County map
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The largest city of Wilson County is Floresville with a population of 8,144. Other cities include, Stockdale population 1,672 and La Vernia population 1,449. See all Wilson County cities & populated places.
Wilson County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wilson County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Floresville | 8,144 | City in Texas, United States |
| Poth | 2,332 | Town of the United States |
| Stockdale | 1,672 | City in Wilson County, Texas, United States |
| La Vernia | 1,449 | City in Wilson County, Texas, United States |
- Official Website
Official website of Wilson County
Wilson County has 4 neighbours.
- Atascosa County county in Texas, United States
- Bexar County county in Texas, United States
- Gonzales County county in Texas, United States
- Karnes County county in Texas, United States
- Floresville
Demographics
The population of Wilson County increased by 17.5% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 42,918 | - | census |
| 2011 | 43,667 | 1.72% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 44,353 | 1.55% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 45,217 | 1.91% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 46,145 | 2.01% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 47,178 | 2.19% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 48,212 | 2.14% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 49,211 | 2.03% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 50,196 | 1.96% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 51,070 | 1.71% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 52,023 | 1.83% | estimation process |
People born in Wilson County (4)
People born in Wilson County, including athletics competitor Dusty Jonas, lawman Frank Hamer, actor John Wiley, .
List
- Hugh M. Tiner he was born in 16/04/1908
Other places with the same name (4)
- Wilson County , Tennessee county in Tennessee, United States with a population of 148,130 people.
- Wilson County , North Carolina county in North Carolina, United States with a population of 81,979 people.
- Wilson County , Kansas county in Kansas, United States with a population of 8,362 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 |
