Richwood Texas Map

About Richwood, Texas

Richwood is a locality in Brazoria County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,791. The population density is 412.0 people per km². Richwood is located at 29.0561°N, 95.4099°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77515.

Richwood rests on a landscape shaped by the slow, persistent flow of Oyster Creek, a waterway that meanders through the flat, fertile plains. It lies 2.1 miles northeast of Lake Jackson, TX (from Lake Jackson, TX: bearing 44°T), and is situated 9.5 miles northwest of Brazosport. The land here is a study in subtle contours, a gentle undulation that hints at the deep, dark soil beneath, perfect for cultivation. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a humid warmth, a scent of damp earth and growing things that clings to everything. Borothy Torrence Park, a verdant expanse of green, offers a welcome respite, its mature trees casting long, dancing shadows as the sun begins its descent. The sky above Richwood, a vast, often cloud-streaked canvas, can shift from an almost startling blue to a bruised, dramatic gray with little warning, reflecting the capricious nature of the Texas sky. The history of Richwood is etched not in grand monuments, but in the quiet persistence of its people and the enduring rhythm of its economy. For generations, the land surrounding Richwood has been its lifeblood, with agriculture forming the bedrock of its identity. While the precise nature of its founding is a story whispered more than written, the legacy of those who first tilled this soil is palpable in the neat rows of crops that stretch towards the horizon. The proximity to Lake Bend, a mere mile away, offers a tranquil counterpoint to the daily work, a place for quiet reflection or simple recreation. Though not a hub of bustling industry, Richwood’s economy has always been tied to the land and the resources it provides, fostering a close-knit community where neighborly cooperation is more than just a saying; it is a necessity and a way of life.

About This Richwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Richwood, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.056079, -95.40994. 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 Richwood and Brazoria County.

Detailed location data for Richwood includes the ZIP code (77531), telephone area code (281), county seat of Brazoria County (Angleton), and school district assignment (Brazosport 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 Richwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.