Travis County Map

About Travis County Map

Explore the map of Travis county of state of Texas showing county boundary, interstate highways, US highways, other state roads, rivers, national parks, county seat, major cities, other cities and airports.

Travis County, Texas

Geography and Location

Travis County occupies south-central Texas with a total area of 1,023 square miles where land covers 990 square miles and water covers 33 square miles. The western part of the county includes the Edwards Plateau's rolling hills while the eastern section contains the Blackland Prairie's fertile plains. The Colorado River runs through the county to create multiple reservoirs including Lake Travis and Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake which serve as vital water sources and recreational destinations.

Population and Demographics

The population of Travis County in 2025 stands at 1,349,783 with a yearly growth rate of 0.55%. The county continues to attract new residents because of its energetic and developing nature. The area demonstrates cultural diversity through its substantial population of different racial and ethnic groups.

Economy

The economy of Travis County demonstrates strong diversity. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of all industries within the county continues to grow steadily which demonstrates the economic strength of the region. The economy of the area depends on four main sectors which are technology, government, education and healthcare. The county seat of Austin functions as a major economic force which draws various businesses and promotes new ideas.

Government and Politics

The county government operates under a Commissioners Court system, comprising a County Judge and four Commissioners, each representing a precinct. As of the latest data, all county elected officials are members of the Democratic Party. The county government is responsible for various services, including law enforcement, infrastructure maintenance, and public health.

Education

The largest public school district in Travis County operates as the Austin Independent School District. The county contains multiple school districts including Eanes ISD, Lake Travis ISD and Pflugerville ISD together with other districts. The University of Texas at Austin along with St. Edward's University and Austin Community College operate as higher education institutions within the county. The educational level of residents aged 25 and above reached 55.5% with bachelor's degrees or higher according to 2023 statistics.

Transportation

The county has major highways like Interstate 35, U.S. Highways 183 and 290, and State Highway 71. Capital Metro provides public transportation through buses and rail services that cover the entire region. The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport functions as the main airport for air travel in the area.

Recreation and Culture

The recreational activities in Travis County include various parks and trails and water bodies that serve outdoor enthusiasts. The city of Austin provides many cultural attractions through its live music venues and museums and festivals that showcase its artistic heritage.