Texas County Map

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Create custom areas from ZIP Codes or Counties

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Create a custom area from a list of ZIP Codes

Define a delivery area, service area or sales territory using a list of 5-digit or 3-digit U.S. ZIP Codes

Color-code ZIP Codes from a spreadsheet

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Color-code Counties from a spreadsheet

Create a custom color-coded map using a live link to a Google Sheet containing U.S. Counties

Type or paste a comma-separated list of 5-digit and/or 3-digit ZIP Codes into the box below, OR

Click here to select ZIP Codes by drawing on the map

1. In Google Sheets, create a spreadsheet that includes these columns: ZIP Code, Data* and Color. If additional columns are present, a "more. " button will appear above the map when the user clicks on your custom area. • Free version has a limit of 1,000 rows; monthly contributors can map up to 10,000 rows per map
• You can use any combination of 5-digit ZIP Codes and 3-digit ZIP Codes
• Map data will be read from first tab in your Google Sheet; the first row must contain column headers
• If you don't have a Google Sheet, create one by importing from Excel or a .csv file
• The header of the Data column will be used as the map legend heading
• Links included in the sheet beginning with https:// will be clickable when the user clicks the map on that ZIP Code
• The Color column is optional. If used, the Color column can contain any browser-supported color name or any 6-digit hex color code

2. In Google Sheets, Share your spreadsheet with Anyone with the link permissions and click the Copy link button In Google Sheets:
1. Click the Share button in the upper right corner
2. Click the Get link section in the box that appears
3. Change the sharing setting to Anyone with the link (keep the drop-down to the right set as Viewer)
4. Click the Copy link button
5. Click Done
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3. Paste the link you just copied into the box below:

* What is the Data column? The Data column is the first column in your spreadsheet other than ZIP Code and Color, such as Territory in the image at right. The Data column will appear in the map legend.

Click here to select ZIP Codes for your spreadsheet by drawing on the map

1. In Google Sheets, create a spreadsheet that includes these columns: County, State Abbrev, Data* and Color. If additional columns are present, a "more. " button will appear above the map when the user clicks on your custom area. • Free version has a limit of 1,000 rows; monthly contributors can map up to 10,000 rows per map
• Map data will be read from first tab in your Google Sheet; the first row must contain column headers
• If you don't have a Google Sheet, create one by importing from Excel or a .csv file
• The header of the Data column will be used as the map legend heading
• Links included in the sheet beginning with https:// will be clickable when the user clicks the map on that county
• The Color column is optional. If used, the Color column can contain any browser-supported color name or any 6-digit hex color code

2. In Google Sheets, Share your spreadsheet with Anyone with the link permissions and click the Copy link button In Google Sheets:
1. Click the Share button in the upper right corner
2. Click the Get link section in the box that appears
3. Change the sharing setting to Anyone with the link (keep the drop-down to the right set as Viewer)
4. Click the Copy link button
5. Click Done
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3. Paste the link you just copied into the box below:

* What is the Data column? The Data column is the first column in your spreadsheet other than State, County and Color, such as Salesperson in the image at right. The Data column will appear in the map legend.

Click here to select Counties for your spreadsheet by drawing on the map

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Add points from a spreadsheet

Create a live link to a Google Sheet containing latitude/longitude points or addresses

Import points and lines from a KML file

Export to KML from Google My Maps, Google Earth or GIS software

1. In Google Sheets, create a spreadsheet that includes these columns: Longitude, Latitude, Data* and Color. You can also map Addresses**. If additional columns are present, a "more. " button will appear above the map when the user clicks on your custom point. • Map data will be read from first tab in your Google Sheet; the first row must contain column headers
• If you don't have a Google Sheet, create one by importing from Excel or a .csv file
• Longitude and Latitude must be in decimal degrees such as -87.633, 41.854 for Chicago (note: the U.S. and western hemisphere have negative longitudes)
• The header of the Data column will be used as the map legend heading
• Links included in the sheet beginning with https:// will be clickable when the user clicks the map on that custom point
• The Color column is optional. If used, the Color column can contain any browser-supported color name or any 6-digit hex color code
• If present, the Address column must contain U.S. addresses in this format: address, city, state, ZIP Code**
• If you don't already have Longitude/Latitudes and want to build your Google Sheet interactively: As you click the map or use Search places, the Long Lat is shown above the map and you can copy/paste it into your Google Sheet

2. In Google Sheets, Share your spreadsheet with Anyone with the link permissions and click the Copy link button In Google Sheets:
1. Click the Share button in the upper right corner
2. Click the Get link section in the box that appears
3. Change the sharing setting to Anyone with the link (keep the drop-down to the right set as Viewer)
4. Click the Copy link button
5. Click Done
See screenshot of these 5 steps

3. Paste the link you just copied into the box below:

* What is the Data column? The Data column is the first column in your spreadsheet other than Lat, Long and Color, such as Name in the image at right. The Data column will appear in the map legend.

** Addresses will be converted to Latitude and Longitude so they can be mapped. Read details about mapping addresses.

1. Export a KML file containing points or lines from Google My Maps, Google Earth or GIS software • Only points and lines will be mapped from your KML file
• To use KMZ files exported from Google My Maps, you must also share your Google My Maps with Anyone with the link permission. KMZ files can be buggy, so if you have issues, use a KML file instead.
• For points, the KML file MUST contain Longitude and Latitude (geocoded addresses without coordinates are NOT supported)
• Routes can be exported from Google My Maps using the Add directions button, specifying your from and to location, then exporting the route data from the map in KML format

3. From Google Drive, right click the file and choose Share. In the General access box, click Anyone with the link, then click Copy link and then Done

4. Paste the link you just copied into the box below:

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Texas County Map

View Google Maps with Texas County Lines, find county by address, determine county jurisdiction and more

Just need an image? Scroll down the page to the Texas County Map Image

See a county map of Texas on Google Maps with this free, interactive map tool. This Texas county map shows county borders and also has options to show county name labels, overlay city limits and townships and more.

To do a county lookup by address, type the address into the “Search places” box above the map.

Quick Tips for using this Texas County Lines map tool

1. There are four ways to get started using this Texas County Lines map tool
   
   • In the “Search places” box above the map, type an address, city, etc. and choose the one you want from the auto-complete list
   • Click the map to see the county name for where you clicked (Monthly Contributors also get Dynamic Maps)
   • To search using GPS coordinates use the “Find lat long” box in the top right above the map*
   • Click the ◉ button in the upper right corner of the map to use your current location. Click the ◉ button again to automatically update your location every 1, 5 or 10 minutes (Monthly Contributors also get an option to update every several seconds, shown as ◉A for Active).**
   County lines will draw on the map, and the county name, state name***, country name and latitude/longitude for your chosen location will appear above the map.
2. Check the “Show labels” checkbox in the lower left corner of the map to see the county names on the map
3. NEW! Use the SHOW OTHER LAYERS panel in the lower left corner of the map to show US city limits, US civil townships and US ZIP Codes on the map, overlaid on the county map
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* You can search using various formats of latitude longitude, including degrees, minutes and seconds; degrees and decimal minutes; or decimal degrees
** The “Locate” button will be more accurate on smartphones and other devices containing a GPS; desktop browsers typically show an approximate location
*** Or equivalent province, district, etc.

Why would you need a map with county lines or county boundaries?

Popular uses include real estate, sales, business planning, field research, sales tax determination, education, routing, travel, entertainment, permitting, grassroots efforts and determining county jurisdiction.

• Real Estate and Property Research: Homebuyers, realtors, and researchers often need to understand property lines, tax implications, or school districts. Knowing the county boundaries can be an essential part of this research.
• Business Analysis and Planning: For businesses that operate on a regional level, understanding county boundaries can help with market analysis, distribution, and sales territory planning.
• Administrative Understanding: For those unfamiliar with a region, displaying county boundaries can help provide context about the administrative divisions within a state or country.
• Government and Civic Engagement: Local governance, including voting, law enforcement, emergency services, and more, is often organized by county. Understanding where one county ends and another begins can be crucial for civic participation.
• Cultural and Historical Context: Counties often have historical or cultural significance. Understanding these boundaries can provide context for regional identities, historical events, or local customs.
• Travel and Navigation: Travelers may wish to visit or avoid specific counties due to events, attractions, or other reasons. Having clear boundaries helps them plan their routes accordingly.
• Data Analysis and Visualization: For researchers working with data that is organized by county (like census data, health statistics, or economic indicators), maps that display county boundaries can be invaluable for data visualization and spatial analysis. Use the mapBuilder tool found below the map to add this type of data to the county map.
• Education and Geography: For students and educators, county-level maps can serve as important educational tools for understanding geography, political science, or local history.
• Legal and Regulatory Purposes: Some legal or regulatory issues might depend on county jurisdictions. Being able to quickly reference these boundaries can be beneficial for professionals in these fields.
• Local News and Reporting: Journalists and news agencies often report events based on counties. Having a visual representation can help readers and viewers better understand the location of reported events.
• Emergency Services and Disaster Relief: In times of crisis, knowing county boundaries helps streamline the delivery of critical services, ensuring timely assistance to affected areas. County distinctions can be pivotal in organizing relief efforts, deploying resources, and coordinating between different agencies.
• Grassroots Efforts: Activists and community organizers benefit from understanding county lines. Whether it’s for local campaigns, resource distribution, or community outreach, clear county boundaries enable grassroots movements to target and tailor their efforts effectively.
• Conducting Field Research: For researchers in fields like anthropology, ecology, or sociology, delineated county boundaries can be invaluable. They provide a framework for localized studies, ensuring accurate data collection and helping contextualize findings within a specific region.

Find Counties by radius or by drawing a line or shape

• To find Counties within a radius or near a line or shape you draw*:
  
  1. Click the “Selection Tools” button in the lower left corner of the map
  2. – RADIUS SELECT: To find Counties within a radius, specify the mileage in the “Select map features within x miles of the shapes I draw” box, then use the Point “Add a marker” tool to draw the center point of the radius
     – TOUCHING A LINE OR SHAPE: To find Counties that touch a line or a shape you draw, use the Line tool or Shape tool to draw the shape, double-clicking when finished
     – WITHIN DISTANCE OF A LINE OR SHAPE: To find Counties that are within a distance of a line or a shape you draw, first specify the mileage in the “Select map features within x miles of the shapes I draw” box, then use the Line tool or Shape tool to draw the shape, double-clicking when finished
  3. The Counties and County Lines will be highlighted and listed in a “Results from map” box below the map, where you can copy the selected Counties for use in a spreadsheet or other document
     – Optionally, keep drawing shapes to select more Counties
  4. When you are finished selecting Counties, click the “Done Selecting” button in the lower left corner of the map

* Counties will get selected if any part of the shape you draw falls within the county

FAQs for Texas County Map

This Texas county lines map tool shows Texas county lines on Google Maps. You can also show county name labels on the map by checking the box in the lower left corner of the map.

You might need to know the Texas county for an address to: - determine applicable laws or regulations based on county jurisdiction - determine what Texas county an address is located in - determine what Texas county or counties a city is located in - record county information when conducting field research using GPS coordinates (see * above) - perform volunteer work based on county - perform emergency dispatch based on county - calculate the correct county sales tax

This Texas County Boundary Lines map tool shows Texas county lines on Google Maps. Other tools on this website also show city limits, townships, section township range, ZIP Codes, elevation and more.

To find the Texas county for an address, type the address in the 'Search places' box above this interactive Texas county finder map. the Texas county name appears near the top of the map and the blue dot shows the location of the address on the map.

To find your Texas county using your address, type your address into the 'Search places' box above this map.

Texas County Map Image

Static Map Image of Texas County Map

Coverage includes: US county map, UK county map, Ireland county map, Australia local government areas (LGAs) map, New Zealand county map, Canada county and census divisions map, Mexico municipio map, and Switzerland bezirke map.

Coverage Notes

• US coverage includes Counties in all 50 states plus Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa
  “Show US city limits” draws all incorporated cities and towns in the United States and its territories and possessions
  “Show US townships” draws all minor civil divisions (MCDs) (these are often townships)
• Within the UK, England displays Counties and Unitary Authorities, Scotland displays Council Areas, Wales displays Principal Areas, and Northern Ireland displays Districts. Explanation of Unitary Authorities, Council Areas, Principal Areas and Districts.
• Australia displays Local Government Areas (LGAs)
• New Zealand displays Territorial Authorities
• Canada displays Census Divisions, which are Counties in some provinces but may include other geographies
• Mexico displays Municipalities, which are the next level administrative divisions below State
• Switzerland displays Districts

Other Notes

• The Search places box uses a standard Google Maps geocoding engine, therefore you can type street addresses, road names, points of interest, etc. to see what county that location is part of
• Many of the map layers from which this information is extracted are very large, so it may take several seconds for all of the map layers to finish drawing
• Because the map layers are large, boundaries will not be shown if you are zoomed out too far
• Note that typing an address will zoom in the map very close, whereas typing a city or county by itself will show you a map with a wider view

Sources

– US: Census Bureau
– UK: Open Government License – Contains Office of National Statistics data, Ordnance Survey data ©Crown copyright and database right 2017. Open Data Lincese – Ordnance Survey of Northern Ireland.
– Ireland: Open Data and Creative Commons License – Ordnance Survey Ireland
– Australia: Incorporates Administrative Boundaries ©PSMA Australia Limited licensed by the Commonwealth of Australia under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence
– New Zealand: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 – Stats NZ
– Canada: Open License – Boundary Files, 2016 Census; Statistics Canada Catalogue no. 92-160-X
– Mexico: Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Geografía (INEGI)
– Switzerland: Swiss Federal Office of Topography

DISCLAIMER

Accuracy and Limitations: The information provided by this map tool has been obtained from various public data sources shown in the Sources box above. These sources have varying degrees of reliability and completeness and are subject to change over time. Additionally, while the latitude and longitude values displayed by the map marker suggest a high degree of precision, you should be aware that the underlying Google Maps and source data may not reflect this level of accuracy nor precision.

No Legal or Surveying Use: Due to these potential inaccuracies, this tool is not intended for, and must not be used for, legal, surveying, or any critical decision-making purposes. The information is provided on an as-is basis for general reference and entertainment purposes only. For specific inquiries regarding data accuracy or fitness for use, please consult the original data sources. For decisions requiring precise location data, consult the appropriate government or other authoritative sources, and seek professional legal advice.

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Last updated: August 18, 2024