Livingston Texas Map

About Livingston, Texas

Livingston is a locality in Polk County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,718. The population density is 253.3 people per km². Livingston is located at 30.7110°N, 94.9330°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77351.

Livingston emerges from the landscape as a quiet anchor amidst the dense, tall timber that defines this inland expanse. It lies 36.7 miles east of Huntsville, TX (from Huntsville, TX: bearing 91°T), and is situated 4.2 miles east-northeast of West Livingston. Choates Creek meanders past the periphery, carving a path through the earth that provides a subtle, rhythmic constant to the local terrain. Only a mile away, the waters of Lake Thunderbird hold a mirror to the expansive sky, capturing the deep amber light that settles over the region at dusk. Further out, the silhouette of Cain Ridge marks the distant horizon, a reminder of the varied topography that rises eleven miles away toward Greenbriar Hollow. Residents often find respite at Matthews Street City Park, where the afternoon shadows stretch long across the grass under the shade of native trees. Livingston maintains a steady, industrious pace that reflects its long-standing connection to the timber trade and the broader regional economy. The arrival of the railroad transformed the early settlement into a hub for regional commerce, drawing those who sought to cultivate the surrounding soil or harvest the thick forests. Today, the local economy balances these traditional roots with modern services and retail, supporting a community that values self-reliance and consistency. The rhythm of daily life here is dictated by the changing seasons and the persistent, quiet labor required to maintain the infrastructure of a growing inland trade center. Commerce flows through the primary thoroughfares with a deliberate momentum, echoing the industrious spirit that first established the area as a place of consequence. Livingston preserves its cultural character through a deep appreciation for the heritage of the region and the simple grace of its public spaces. Visitors often seek out the Lake Livingston State Park Trail, which offers a quiet passage through the natural environment that defines the local atmosphere. The community gathers for seasonal events that highlight the traditions of the area, fostering a sense of continuity among neighbors who have shared these grounds for generations. Among those who have made their mark on the wider world, the celebrated country music artist George Jones remains a significant figure, his legacy woven into the regional identity. The town continues to evolve, yet it retains a grounded sensibility, characterized by an enduring respect for the land and the people who call this place home.

About This Livingston Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Livingston, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 30.711029, -94.93299. 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 Livingston and Polk County.

Detailed location data for Livingston includes the ZIP code (77351), telephone area code (713, 832), county seat of Polk County (Livingston), and school district assignment (Livingston 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 Livingston is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.