This map shows the location of Texas in North America, highlighted in red for emphasis. Located in the southern part of the United States, Texas borders Mexico and the Gulf of Mexico. It lies midway between the western and southeastern portions of the US, making it an important geographic and cultural region. This map provides a continental perspective, clearly showing Texas's position relative to neighboring countries, oceans, and major geographic landmarks such as the Tropic of Cancer.
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Official Name | State of Texas |
Capital | Austin |
Largest City | Houston |
Statehood | December 29, 1845 (28th state) |
Area | 268,596 square miles (2nd largest state) |
Population | Approx. 30 million (2024 est.) |
Time Zone | Central and Mountain |
Highest Peak | Guadalupe Peak (8,751 ft / 2,667 m) |
Neighbouring States | NM, OK, AR, LA |
State Animal | Nine-Banded Armadillo |
State Flower | Bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis) |
State Tree | Pecan (Carya illinoinensis) |
Drives On | Right |