Jim Hogg County, Texas
Jim Hogg County may look quiet at first, but it has plenty of stories to tell. Tucked away in South Texas near the Rio Grande, the county has a long tradition of ranching that continues to shape life here.
Vaquero culture remains a strong part of the local identity, and you can still find working cowboys tending cattle in traditional ways. The country is dry and rugged, but there’s a certain beauty in its wide-open landscapes. The county is named after Jim Hogg, a Texas governor known for taking on monopolies and standing up for independence.
Hebbronville is the county’s only incorporated community and sits in the northern part of the county. Wildlife is plentiful across the ranchlands, especially for those who know where to look.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Jim Hogg County |
| County Seat | Hebbronville |
| Population | Approximately 5,200 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hebbronville, Guerra, Las Lomitas |
| Interstates and Highways | State Highway 16, State Highway 359, State Highway 285 |
| FIPS Code | 48-247 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,136 square miles (1,136 sq mi land, <1 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Duval County (North), Brooks County (East), Starr County (South), Zapata County (West), Webb County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 27°18’N, 98°41’W |
| Etymology | Named after James Stephen Hogg, the first native-born governor of Texas |
| Major Landmarks | Jim Hogg County Courthouse, Hebbronville Vaquero Festival, South Texas Birding Trail |
