Driscoll Texas Map

About Driscoll, Texas

Driscoll is a locality in Nueces County, Texas, United States. It is a small community with a population of 511. The population density is 230.3 people per km². Driscoll is located at 27.6745°N, 97.7486°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78351.

Driscoll rests on a flat, expansive landscape, where the horizon seems to stretch on forever under a sky that often burns with an intense, unwavering blue. It lies 9.4 miles south-southwest of Robstown, TX (from Robstown, TX: bearing 211°T), and is situated 6.8 miles north-northeast of Bishop. The land here is predominantly a pale, sun-baked earth, punctuated by the stoic resilience of mesquite trees and hardy grasses that have learned to thrive in this arid embrace. A subtle, almost imperceptible rise and fall of the terrain hints at the ancient geological forces that shaped this region, but for the most part, the flatness dominates, offering uninterrupted views of the vast Texas sky. The air itself carries a dry warmth, a constant companion that whispers of the sun's persistent power, and as dusk approaches, the light takes on a softened, golden hue, painting the muted colors of the land with a gentle brush. The history of Driscoll is deeply intertwined with the agricultural pulse of South Texas, a legacy that still resonates in its economic foundation. For decades, the fertile soil, nourished by the nearby Petronila Creek, has been a cornerstone of local prosperity, with cotton and citrus forming the backbone of its agricultural output. Beyond the fields, however, Driscoll holds a unique distinction: it lies within the boundaries of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, a designation that speaks to a surprising ecological significance, even in this inland setting. This protected status underscores a commitment to conservation, a quiet counterpoint to the robust agricultural endeavors that have long defined Driscoll and its place in the Texan landscape.

About This Driscoll Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Driscoll, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 27.674474, -97.748607. 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 Driscoll and Nueces County.

Detailed location data for Driscoll includes the ZIP code (78380), telephone area code (830), county seat of Nueces County (Corpus Christi), and school district assignment (Driscoll 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 Driscoll is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.