Emory Texas Map

About Emory, Texas

Emory is a locality in Rains County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,207. The population density is 256.7 people per km². Emory is located at 32.8746°N, 95.7655°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 75440.

Emory rests in the dappled light of East Texas, a landscape softened by the persistent whisper of pine and the occasional sturdy oak. It lies 20.6 miles south-southwest of Sulphur Springs, TX (from Sulphur Springs, TX: bearing 208°T), and is situated 18.1 miles northeast of Wills Point. The land here is gently contoured, a subtle undulation that guides the eye toward distant stands of trees, their needles catching the sun in a shimmering haze. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a faint, earthy perfume of damp soil and pine resin, a scent that seems to cling to the very stones and the weathered wood of the buildings. Dusk paints the sky in hues of rose and lavender, deepening the shadows beneath the trees and casting a quiet benediction over the fields that lie between the scattered homes. Emory’s history is as deep-rooted as the ancient trees that surround it, a legacy woven from the threads of agriculture and the enduring spirit of its people. Once a vital hub for cotton farmers and cattle ranchers, its economy has since diversified, embracing a more modern rhythm while holding fast to its agrarian heritage. The old courthouse square, a testament to a bygone era of bustling commerce, still serves as the heart of the community, its brick facades reflecting the quiet dignity of generations. Local businesses, many family-owned, contribute to the town’s distinctive character, their storefronts offering a glimpse into the daily lives of Emory’s residents, a life lived with a measured pace and a profound connection to the land that sustains them.

About This Emory Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Emory, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 32.874566, -95.765518. 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 Emory and Rains County.

Detailed location data for Emory includes the ZIP code (75440), telephone area code (972, 469), county seat of Rains County (Emory), and school district assignment (Rains 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 Emory is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.