Karnes City Texas Map

About Karnes City, Texas

Karnes City is a locality in Karnes County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,605. The population density is 515.8 people per km². Karnes City is located at 28.8850°N, 97.9008°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78118.

Karnes City rests upon the South Texas plains, a landscape defined by wide, open skies and the subtle, almost imperceptible rise and fall of the terrain. It lies 34.7 miles north-northwest of Beeville, TX (from Beeville, TX: bearing 345°T), and is situated 5.5 miles northwest of Kenedy. The air here carries a dry, earthy scent, particularly after a rainfall, mingling with the distant, sweet perfume of sun-baked mesquite. The land is predominantly flat to gently rolling, a canvas of pale grasses punctuated by hardy scrub brush and the occasional, resilient live oak. South Texas soil, a rich, dark loam, supports a determined agricultural enterprise, and in the distance, the faint outline of Lookout Hill offers a solitary, modest prominence against the horizon. The stillness of the afternoon can be profound, broken only by the drone of insects or the whisper of wind across the sparse vegetation, a quietude that seems to absorb the very heat of the sun. The history of Karnes City is intrinsically tied to the discovery and exploitation of its abundant natural resources, particularly oil and gas, which have shaped its economic trajectory for decades. This industry has brought a dynamic, if sometimes transient, influx of people and commerce, creating a resilient, pragmatic community. The region is also notably designated as part of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, a unique and expansive protected area that underscores a broader commitment to conservation, even in this inland locale. While the nearest water, Soil Conservation Service Site 10 Reservoir, lies a few miles away, and Dry Escondido Creek meanders through the surrounding countryside, the spirit of Karnes City is one of endurance and adaptation, a testament to the enduring spirit of those who have made their home on these South Texas plains, finding prosperity and a distinct way of life far from any coastline.

About This Karnes City Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Karnes City, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 28.884977, -97.900836. 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 Karnes City and Karnes County.

Detailed location data for Karnes City includes the ZIP code (78118), telephone area code (210), county seat of Karnes County (Karnes City), and school district assignment (Karnes City 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 Karnes City is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.