Comanche Texas Map

About Comanche, Texas

Comanche is a locality in Comanche County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,295. The population density is 357.8 people per km². Comanche is located at 31.8974°N, 98.6037°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 76442.

Comanche rests in the heart of Texas, where the land begins its subtle shift from the gentler curves of the Hill Country toward the flatter plains that stretch west. It lies 26.2 miles east-northeast of Brownwood, TX (from Brownwood, TX: bearing 60°T), and is situated 15.3 miles south-southwest of De Leon. Here, the soil, a warm, dusty ochre, supports a hardy scattering of mesquite and live oak, their branches reaching out like weathered hands against a sky that often burns with an intense, cloudless blue. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a dry warmth, tinged with the faint, sweet scent of sun-baked earth and wild grasses, a palpable texture that clings to the skin. The landscape is not dramatic, but possesses a quiet, enduring beauty, a place where the horizon feels vast and the silence can be as profound as any sound. The story of Comanche is deeply entwined with the rich soil and the enduring spirit of those who settled it. Originally established as a trading post, Comanche quickly grew into a vital center for the surrounding agricultural and ranching communities, a role it continues to play. The local economy thrives on the bounty of the land, with cattle ranching and cotton farming having long been pillars of its prosperity, their influence visible in the wide-open spaces and the sturdy, practical architecture of the homes and businesses. This is a place where the past is not a distant echo but a living presence, woven into the everyday lives of its residents, who carry a quiet pride in their heritage and the enduring strength of Comanche.

About This Comanche Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Comanche, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 31.897369, -98.603658. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Comanche and Comanche County.

Detailed location data for Comanche includes the ZIP code (76442), telephone area code (254), county seat of Comanche County (Comanche), and school district assignment (Comanche Independent School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Comanche is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.