Archer County, Texas
Archer County is located in North Texas, just a short distance from Wichita Falls, where cowboy culture and wide-open spaces define the landscape. Rolling prairies, mesquite trees, and oil derricks stretching across the horizon give the county its unmistakable West Texas feel.
Archer City, the county seat, is closely associated with acclaimed author Larry McMurtry, whose bookstore became a favorite stop for book lovers and visitors. Ranching remains an important part of the local economy and heritage.
Although Archer County is relatively small, its residents take great pride in their community and traditions. Summers can be intensely hot, while winters bring occasional bitter cold.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Archer County |
| County Seat | Archer City |
| Population | Approximately 9,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Archer City, Holliday, Lakeside City, Scotland |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 277, State Highway 79 |
| FIPS Code | 48-009 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 926 square miles (904 sq mi land, 22 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Wichita County (North), Clay County (East), Jack County (Southeast), Young County (South), Baylor County (West), Wilbarger County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 33°35’N, 98°41’W |
| Etymology | Named after Branch Tanner Archer, a commissioner for the Republic of Texas |
| Major Landmarks | Archer City Public Library, Royal Theater, Archer City Park |
