Refugio County (/rɪˈfjʊəriː.oʊ/ rih-FYOOR-ee-oh) is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, its population was 6,741. Its county seat is Refugio. The county originated as a municipality of Mexico in 1834 and was classified as a county in 1837.
| Name: | Refugio County |
|---|---|
| FIPS code: | 48-391 |
| State: | Texas |
| Founded: | 1837 |
| Named for: | Refugio |
| Seat: | Refugio |
| Largest town: | Refugio |
| Total Area: | 818 sq mi (2,120 km²) |
| Land Area: | 770 sq mi (2,000 km²) |
| Total Population: | 6,741 |
| Population Density: | 8.2/sq mi (3.2/km²) |
| Time zone: | UTC−6 (Central) |
| Summer Time Zone (DST): | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Website: | www.co.refugio.tx.us |
Refugio County location map. Where is Refugio County?
Refugio County Road Map
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 818 square miles (2,120 km), of which 48 sq mi (120 km) (5.8%) are covered by water.
Major highways
- U.S. Highway 77
- Interstate 69E is currently under construction and will follow the current route of U.S. 77 in most places.
U.S. Highway 77 Alternate/U.S. Highway 183- State Highway 35
- State Highway 239
- Farm to Market Road 136
- Farm to Market Road 774
- Farm to Market Road 2441
- Farm to Market Road 2678
Adjacent counties
- Victoria County (north)
- Calhoun County (northeast)
- Aransas County (southeast)
- San Patricio County (south)
- Bee County (west)
- Goliad County (northwest)
National protected area
- Aransas National Wildlife Refuge (part)
Refugio County Topographic Map
Refugio County Satellite Map
Refugio County Outline Map
