This detailed Travis County map shows the location, boundaries, cities, transportation routes, waterways, and major landmarks of Travis County, Texas. Austin, the county seat and state capital, is prominently shown near the center of the map. Other communities include Pflugerville, Manor, Lago Vista, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Cedar Valley, Manchaca, Creedmoor, and Mustang Ridge. Major transportation routes, including Interstate 35 and important U.S. and state highways, are displayed for easy reference. The map also identifies the Colorado River, Lake Travis, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, and several parks and recreational areas. Neighboring counties, including Williamson, Burnet, Blanco, Hays, Bastrop, and Caldwell, are shown around Travis County. This map is useful for students, travelers, researchers, businesses, and anyone interested in the geography of Central Texas.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Travis County, Texas |
| State | Texas |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | 1840 |
| Incorporated | Organized in 1843 |
| Population | 1,389,670 (2025 estimate) |
| County | Austin |
| Area | 994.05 sq mi land area; approximately 1,025 sq mi total county area |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| ZIP Codes | Primarily 786xx, 787xx, and 733xx ranges |
| Area Code | 512 and 737 |
| Known For | Austin, Texas State Capitol, live music, technology, SXSW and outdoor recreation |
| Major Airport | Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) |
| Climate | Humid subtropical; hot summers and relatively mild winters |
| Nickname | No widely established official county nickname |
| Major Highways | I-35, US 183, US 290, SH 71, SH 130, SH 45, Loop 1 (MoPac) |
| Nearby Border | Williamson, Burnet, Blanco, Hays, Caldwell and Bastrop |
| Major Attractions | Barton Springs Pool, Hamilton Pool Preserve, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, SXSW, Austin's entertainment districts and Lake Travis |