Hockley County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, its population was 21,537. Its county seat is Levelland. The county was created in 1876, but not organized until 1921. It is named for George Washington Hockley, a secretary of war of the Republic of Texas.
Hockley County comprises the Levelland Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is included in the Lubbock–Levelland Combined Statistical Area.
| Name: | Hockley County |
|---|---|
| FIPS code: | 48-219 |
| State: | Texas |
| Founded: | 1921 |
| Named for: | George Washington Hockley |
| Seat: | Levelland |
| Largest city: | Levelland |
| Total Area: | 909 sq mi (2,350 km²) |
| Land Area: | 908 sq mi (2,350 km²) |
| Total Population: | 21,537 |
| Population Density: | 24/sq mi (9.1/km²) |
| Time zone: | UTC−6 (Central) |
| Summer Time Zone (DST): | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Website: | www.co.hockley.tx.us |
Hockley County location map. Where is Hockley County?
History
Hockley County was formed in 1876 from portions of Bexar and Young Counties. It was named for George Washington Hockley, the commander of artillery in the Battle of San Jacinto and later Secretary of War of the Republic of Texas.
Hockley County Road Map
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 909 square miles (2,350 km), of which 908 square miles (2,350 km) are land and 0.2 sq mi (0.52 km) (0.02%) is covered by water.
Major highways
- U.S. Highway 62/U.S. Highway 82
- U.S. Highway 84
- U.S. Highway 385
- State Highway 114
Adjacent counties
- Lamb County (north)
- Lubbock County (east)
- Terry County (south)
- Cochran County (west)
- Yoakum County (southwest)
- Bailey County (northwest)
- Hale County (northeast)
- Lynn County (southeast)
Hockley County Topographic Map
Hockley County Satellite Map
Hockley County Outline Map
