Goodrich Texas Map

About Goodrich, Texas

Goodrich is a locality in Polk County, Texas, United States. It is a small community with a population of 323. The population density is 178.6 people per km². Goodrich is located at 30.6055°N, 94.9466°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77335.

Goodrich rests in a landscape of quiet, verdant plains, where the land gently slopes toward the meandering Sanson Creek. It lies 34.9 miles north-northeast of New Caney, TX (from New Caney, TX: bearing 27°T), and is situated 7.2 miles south-southeast of West Livingston. The air here often carries the scent of pine and damp earth, a subtle perfume of the East Texas woodlands that press in from the horizons. McCardell Lake lies a mile to the west, its placid surface reflecting the wide, often cloud-streaked sky, and to the distant southeast, the faint, ancient presence of Cain Ridge can be discerned. The protected boundaries of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument encompass this locale, a curious designation for an inland point, yet it speaks to a broader ecological commitment that informs the character of the region. The history of Goodrich is intertwined with the ebb and flow of timber and agriculture, a story written in the clearing of forests and the cultivation of soil. The local economy, once heavily reliant on the surrounding woodlands, now finds its pulse in a more diversified rhythm, with small businesses and agricultural ventures forming the backbone of its commerce. The Lake Livingston State Park Trail, a mere five miles away, offers a popular escape for those seeking to connect with the natural beauty that defines this part of Texas, a beauty that Goodrich itself embodies in its unassuming presence. The spirit of the place is one of quiet resilience, a steady beat against the backdrop of a changing world, where the legacy of past endeavors still whispers on the breeze.

About This Goodrich Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Goodrich, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 30.605478, -94.9466. 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 Goodrich and Polk County.

Detailed location data for Goodrich includes the ZIP code (77335), telephone area code (713, 832), county seat of Polk County (Livingston), and school district assignment (Goodrich 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 Goodrich is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.