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About Poth, Texas

Poth is a locality in Wilson County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,532. The population density is 200.7 people per km². Poth is located at 29.0697°N, 98.0820°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78147.

Poth rests in the broad, sun-drenched expanse of South Texas, a landscape characterized by wide-open skies that stretch to an almost infinite horizon. It lies 25.0 miles east-northeast of Pleasanton, TX (from Pleasanton, TX: bearing 73°T), and is situated 6.3 miles southeast of Floresville. The land here is a study in subtle undulations, a gentle rise and fall of prairie that eventually gives way to the more pronounced contours of the Marcelinas Hills to the west, their tawny slopes softened by the haze of distance. Beneath the omnipresent sun, the earth is a rich, loamy brown, occasionally punctuated by the stubborn green of mesquite and live oak, their branches reaching like gnarled fingers towards the heavens. The air, especially in the early mornings, carries a faint, dry warmth, a promise of the heat to come, and the silence is deep, broken only by the whisper of wind across the fields and the distant lowing of cattle. A few miles to the southeast, the Panna Maria Tailings Pond lies like a muted mirror, reflecting the vastness of the sky, while the winding path of Marcelinas Creek carves its way through the terrain, a ribbon of life in the otherwise arid expanse. The history of Poth is intrinsically linked to the agricultural spirit that has long defined this region, a legacy of hardy settlers who coaxed sustenance from the Texas soil. For generations, the economy has been tethered to the cultivation of cotton, sorghum, and corn, with cattle ranching also playing a significant role, the echoes of which can still be felt in the local culture and the weathered faces of its long-time residents. Poth is also a part of the vast, protected expanse of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, a designation that speaks to a broader commitment to conservation, even in this inland setting, hinting at a reverence for the natural world that underpins the community's identity. While not a hub of industry, Poth retains a distinct character, a quiet resilience that allows it to endure, a place where the pace of life is dictated by the seasons and the steady rhythm of the sun. The nearby Skiles Falls, though modest, offers a tranquil respite, a gentle cascade that adds a touch of natural wonder to the otherwise understated beauty of Poth.

About This Poth Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Poth, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.069692, -98.081951. 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 Poth and Wilson County.

Detailed location data for Poth includes the ZIP code (78147), telephone area code (210), county seat of Wilson County (Floresville), and school district assignment (Poth 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 Poth is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.