Crosby Texas Map

About Crosby, Texas

Crosby is a locality in Harris County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,617. The population density is 526.8 people per km². Crosby is located at 29.9119°N, 95.0622°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77532.

Crosby rests on the low, flat coastal plain, a landscape etched by the gentle flow of Jackson Bayou, its waters a murky ribbon winding through the land. It lies 9.1 miles southeast of Atascocita, TX (from Atascocita, TX: bearing 131°T), and is situated 9.9 miles north-northeast of Channelview. The air here carries the humid breath of the nearby Atlantic Ocean, a distant whisper of salt and brine that mingles with the scent of damp earth and the occasional tang of industrial exhaust. The terrain is an unassuming expanse, punctuated by the occasional cluster of live oaks and the broader, more open sky that seems to stretch endlessly overhead, especially during the soft, hazy sunsets that paint the horizon in muted shades of rose and lavender. This proximity to the sea, though not directly on its shores, imbues the very atmosphere of Crosby with a subtle, pervasive dampness, a constant reminder of the vast, unseen waters that shape the region. The economic heart of Crosby has long been tied to the industrious pulse of the oil and gas sector, a legacy that has shaped its character and continues to influence its development. This industrial heritage is woven into the very fabric of the neighborhood, a pragmatic backdrop against which the daily lives of its residents unfold. Historically, Crosby has been a place of hardworking people drawn to the promise of work and opportunity, a narrative echoed in its steady, unpretentious growth. Its designation within the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument is a unique and somewhat paradoxical distinction for a locality situated inland, hinting at a broader ecological awareness that perhaps underpins the region's environmental consciousness, even amidst its industrial pursuits. The presence of Tank Lake nearby, a more modest water feature than the grand ocean, offers a different kind of watery reflection, a quiet counterpoint to the more powerful forces shaping the region.

About This Crosby Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Crosby, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.911888, -95.062151. 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 Crosby and Harris County.

Detailed location data for Crosby includes the ZIP code (77532), telephone area code (281), county seat of Harris County (Houston), and school district assignment (Crosby 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 Crosby is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.