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About Edna, Texas

Edna is a locality in Jackson County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,027. The population density is 559.8 people per km². Edna is located at 28.9786°N, 96.6461°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77957.

Edna occupies a quiet stretch of the coastal plains where the horizon remains wide and largely uninterrupted. It lies 24.7 miles east-northeast of Victoria, TX (from Victoria, TX: bearing 61°T), and is situated 10.0 miles east-northeast of Inez. The land around Edna is defined by the steady, unassuming presence of Dry Creek, which carves a modest path through the local terrain. Only nine miles away, the silhouette of Old Red Bluff marks a slight shift in the elevation of the surrounding earth. Five miles to the east, the stillness of Lake Texana provides a reliable anchor for the local landscape, reflecting the expansive sky in its calm surface. Residents often find that the quality of light at dusk, which turns the prairie grasses a deep, bruised gold, defines the aesthetic character of the region more than any singular monument could. Agriculture and the rhythms of the oil patch have long served as the primary engines for the economy of Edna. Early settlers recognized the fertility of the soil, establishing a foundation based on farming that persists alongside modern industrial interests. The labor of those who work the land and the wells continues to shape the daily life of the populace, grounding the local identity in physical, tangible output. While the pace of trade fluctuates with broader market trends, the reliance on these traditional sectors remains a defining feature of the local experience. Edna maintains a steady, industrious temperament, favoring the predictable cycles of production over the haste of larger urban centers. Children'S Park serves as a central point of congregation, offering a space for the community to gather beneath the shade of mature trees. Those seeking to experience the natural surroundings often travel the Lake Texana State Park Trail, which provides a quiet vantage point for observing the local flora and fauna. The cultural character of Edna is shaped by a long history of resilience, reflected in the modest architecture and the straightforward demeanor of its people. Among those who have emerged from this environment is the notable musician and songwriter Hayes Carll, whose work often echoes the sparse, honest spirit of his home. Life in Edna proceeds with a deliberate, quiet focus, prioritizing the connections between neighbors and the simple beauty of the plains.

About This Edna Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Edna, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 28.978595, -96.646088. 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 Edna and Jackson County.

Detailed location data for Edna includes the ZIP code (77957), telephone area code (409), county seat of Jackson County (Edna), and school district assignment (Edna 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 Edna is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.