Chambers County, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chambers County
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The Chambers County Courthouse in Anahuac
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Location within the U.S. state of Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| Founded | 1858 |
| Named for | Thomas Jefferson Chambers |
| Seat | Anahuac |
| Largest city | Mont Belvieu |
| Area | |
| • Total | 871 sq mi (2,260 km2) |
| • Land | 597 sq mi (1,550 km2) |
| • Water | 274 sq mi (710 km2) 31%% |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 46,571 |
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(2023)
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53,876  |
| • Density | 53.468/sq mi (20.644/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Congressional districts | 14th, 36th |
Chambers County is a county in the U.S. state of Texas. It is located near the Gulf of Mexico. As of the 2020 census, about 46,571 people lived there. The main town, or county seat, is Anahuac. Chambers County is also part of the larger Greater Houston area. This area includes big cities like Houston, The Woodlands, and Sugar Land.
History
Early Settlements
A long time ago, in 1756, a Spanish mission was built near what is now Wallisville. This mission was named Nuestra Señora de la Luz. Spanish missions were like settlements where priests lived. They taught local people about their religion and way of life.
Founding the County
Chambers County was officially started in 1858. It was named after Thomas Jefferson Chambers. He was a very important general during the Texas Revolution.
Geography
Land and Water
Chambers County covers a total area of 871 square miles. About 597 square miles of this is land. The other 274 square miles, which is about 31%, is covered by water.
The southern and southwestern parts of the county are along the Galveston Bay Area. This includes the shores of Trinity Bay and East Bay. A small part of the southeastern area is right on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico.
Neighboring Counties
Chambers County shares its borders with several other counties:
- Liberty County to the north
- Jefferson County to the east
- Galveston County to the southwest
- Harris County to the west
Protected Natural Areas
There are special places in Chambers County that protect nature and wildlife.
National Protected Areas
- Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge
- Moody National Wildlife Refuge
State and Local Protected Areas
- Candy Cain Abshier Wildlife Management Area
- Turtle Bayou Nature Preserve
Communities
Chambers County has several towns and communities where people live.
Cities
- Anahuac (the county seat)
- Baytown (most of it is in Harris County)
- Beach City
- Cove
- Mont Belvieu (a small part is in Liberty County)
- Old River-Winfree (a small part is in Liberty County)
Census-Designated Places
These are areas that are like towns but are not officially incorporated as cities.
Unincorporated Communities
These are smaller communities that are not part of any city or census-designated place.
Population Information
The number of people living in Chambers County has grown a lot over the years.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 1,508 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,503 | −0.3% | |
| 1880 | 2,187 | 45.5% | |
| 1890 | 2,241 | 2.5% | |
| 1900 | 3,046 | 35.9% | |
| 1910 | 4,234 | 39.0% | |
| 1920 | 4,162 | −1.7% | |
| 1930 | 5,710 | 37.2% | |
| 1940 | 7,511 | 31.5% | |
| 1950 | 7,871 | 4.8% | |
| 1960 | 10,379 | 31.9% | |
| 1970 | 12,187 | 17.4% | |
| 1980 | 18,538 | 52.1% | |
| 1990 | 20,088 | 8.4% | |
| 2000 | 26,031 | 29.6% | |
| 2010 | 35,096 | 34.8% | |
| 2020 | 46,571 | 32.7% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 53,876 | 53.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1850–2010 2010 2020 |
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In 2000, there were 26,031 people living in the county. There were 9,139 households, which are groups of people living together. The average household had about 2.82 people.
About 28.9% of the population was under 18 years old. The median age was 35 years. This means half the people were younger than 35 and half were older.
Education
Public Schools
Chambers County has several public school districts. Each district has its own school board that makes decisions about the schools.
- Goose Creek CISD
- Barbers Hill ISD
- Anahuac ISD
- East Chambers ISD
- La Porte ISD (covers parts of Galveston Bay)
Higher Education
After high school, students can go to community colleges.
- Lee College serves most of Chambers County.
- San Jacinto College serves the parts of the county covered by La Porte ISD.
Public Libraries
The Chambers County Library System has three libraries for everyone to use.
- Chambers County Library (main branch) in Anahuac
- Juanita Hargraves Memorial Branch in Winnie
- Sam and Carmena Goss Memorial Branch in Mont Belvieu
Transportation
Major Roads
Several important highways run through Chambers County, helping people travel around.
Interstate 10
State Highway 61
State Highway 65
State Highway 73
State Highway 99 (also known as Grand Parkway)
State Highway 124
State Highway 146
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Airports
The county has two airports that are open to the public.
- Chambers County Airport is located east of Anahuac. It was built in the 1940s with help from the government.
- Chambers County-Winnie Stowell Airport serves the towns of Stowell and Winnie.
There is also a private airport called RWJ Airpark in Beach City. It can be used by the public.
Chambers County is also close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. This is a large international airport in Houston.
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Chambers (Texas) para niños
