Polk County, county in Texas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 52,995 inhabitants. The county was created 178 years ago in 1846. Its county seat is Livingston.
There are 6 city/town in Polk County, TX. The largest city of Polk County is West Livingston with a population of 8,071. Other cities include, Livingston population 5,503, Onalaska population 3,167, Corrigan population 1,702, Goodrich population 338
Situated in the piney woods of East Texas, Polk County has a rich history and natural scenic areas. Here are some of the key cities and towns found across Polk County:
Livingston is the largest city and county seat of Polk County. It was established as a railroad stop in the 1870s and named for Edward Livingston. Key attractions include the Polk County Commerce Center, Alabama-Coushatta Reservation, and museums like the Polk County Historical Museum.
Onalaska is a small town along Lake Livingston founded in the mid-1800s as a shipping port. Historic sites include the Onalaska Historic District with traditional wooden buildings and the 1911 train depot. Locals enjoy events like the annual Bass Tournament.
Goodrich is a small rural town east of Livingston settled in the 1930s. It was originally a company lumber town but later diversified into ranching. Goodrich has historic churches and homes as well as antique shops downtown.
Seven Oaks is an unincorporated community northwest of Livingston named for a group of seven oak trees. It was founded in the 1890s as a trading post and sawmill town. Seven Oaks has historic churches and a cemetery that date back to its origins.
Corrigan is a rural town northwest of Livingston established in the 1880s. It was a sawmill and timber hub but later diversified into farming as well. Corrigan hosts events like the Blackeyed Pea Jamboree and the Masonic Freedom Festival.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Polk County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Corrigan | City in Polk County, Texas, United States of America | 1,702 |
Goodrich | City in Texas, United States | 338 |
Livingston | Texan town | 5,503 |
Onalaska | City in Polk County, Texas, United States | 3,167 |
Seven Oaks | City in Polk County, Texas, United States | 131 |
West Livingston | Census designated place | 8,071 |