Population3,607 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
River Country Beneath the Plateau Sky
Concho County, TexasConcho County lies on the Edwards Plateau, with Paint Rock as its county seat and Eden as its largest city. The county takes its name from the Concho River, while Paint Rock recalls the nearby pictographs. Small communities and a broad rural landscape give this part of Texas a distinct scale. Begin with the towns and their public information, then plan travel between places with the county’s distances and access arrangements in mind.
Concho County at a Glance
Population3,607 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatPaint Rock
Largest CityEden
Established1858 (organized 1879)
ZIP Codes8
Total Area994 sq mi (2,570 km 2 )
Major RoutesU.S. Highway 83 U.S. Highway 87 Loop 577
Area Code325
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Concho County
The legislature created Concho County in 1858, and local government was organized in 1879. Paint Rock became the county seat, taking its name from nearby pictographs that belong to the area’s much longer Indigenous history. Eden was established in 1882, and Lowake followed in 1909. These dates trace separate stages in the development of the county’s communities. The river name, rock art and later town names each preserve a different connection with the surrounding landscape.
Paint Rock and Eden are useful starting points for understanding county life and locating services. The county covers nearly a thousand square miles, so give travel between stops a realistic place in your plans. The presence of historic pictographs does not itself establish public access to the land around them; confirm visitor arrangements before planning a stop. For everyday information, begin with county offices or the municipal source relevant to your destination.
What Shapes Us
Two Founding Stages
The county was created in 1858 and organized in 1879. The distinction is useful when comparing historical accounts that emphasize different moments in its establishment.
Paint Rock and Eden
Paint Rock serves as the county seat, while Eden is its largest city. Both are important reference points when getting oriented within the county.
Landscape and Names
The county name comes from the Concho River, and Paint Rock recalls nearby pictographs. Place names offer a first introduction to different layers of local history.
River names and small towns carry a lasting local story.
My Local Guide
Concho County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Concho County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
County Treasurer
Treasurer’s office, county finances and public financial information.
County Tax Assessor/Collector
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
San Antonio Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Concho County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
San Antonio Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
Paint Rock ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Concho County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Concho County Hospital — Critical Access Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
County & local resources
Sheriff
Sheriff’s office information, public safety resources and non-emergency contacts.
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Emergency Management/9-1-1
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 7 serving Concho County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
No qualifying TPWD state park open for ordinary public visits was verified for Concho County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
Trails
No qualifying named local trail with a verified route or access information was verified for Concho County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
MILLERSVIEW-DOOLE WSC
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Eden Public Library — city directory listing
Library locations, collections and public services.
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
Justice of The Peace
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
District Court Judge
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Concho County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Concho County — 119th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Concho County — Countywide (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Concho County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
Concho County — District Clerk Office (District Clerk Office)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Concho County — Eden (Municipal)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Concho County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
Concho Valley Transit District – Thunderbird Transit
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
Millersview Post Office — Mpo/Modular Bldg
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Concho County veterans service contact — (325) 659-6560
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
Regional employment assistance serving county residents. Check appointment, mobile-service and eligibility details with the provider.
County & local resources
Workforce Solutions of the Concho Valley — serves Concho County
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Paint Rock is the county seat of Concho County, Texas.
The county overview lists Eden as its largest community.
The total area is 994 sq mi (2,570 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Concho County government website for county offices and public information.
Concho County was created in 1858 and organized in 1879. The dates describe different stages in its establishment.
Concho County takes its name from the Concho River. Paint Rock refers to nearby pictographs; confirm visitor arrangements before planning to visit the rock art.
For office information, start with Concho County — County Tax Assessor/Collector. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
The county links residents to Concho County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
For departmental information, use Concho County — Sheriff. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the official Concho County — Commissioners Court. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Office information is available through Concho County — County Judge. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Green Park Playground — Enjoy playground equipment and a family picnic.
- Eden Swimming Pool — Plan seasonal swimming; confirm admission and opening dates.
- Lee Pfluger Park — Bring the family for the playground and shaded picnic areas.
Restaurants
- Morocco Cafe — Find a meal on East Broadway in Eden.
- On the Square Bakery & Deli — Visit the bakery and deli on Jackson Street.
- Burrito Lady — Find local food on South Main Street.
Shopping & Retail
- Eden Flower Shop — Browse flowers and gifts on West Blanchard Street.
- Venison World — Shop specialty foods on West Broadway.
- Lowe’s Market — Find groceries and everyday essentials in Eden.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Schumann’s — Explore this locally listed apparel store on West Blanchard Street.
- The Fig Leaf — Browse resale clothing on South Main Street; confirm shopping hours.
- Family Dollar Eden — Look for everyday apparel at the East Broadway variety store.
Outdoor Fun
- Concho Springs Golf Course — Arrange a round at the nine-hole course; fees apply.
- Garden of Eden Butterfly Park — Follow walking paths through native plants and water features.
- Green Park Walking Path — Stretch your legs on the park’s walking path.
Free Things To Do
- Earl Rudder Park — Enjoy a shaded downtown picnic or a pause by the gazebo.
- Concho County Veterans Memorial Park — Visit the outdoor memorial across from Earl Rudder Park.
- Garden of Eden Butterfly Park — Enjoy the public garden paths without a shopping stop.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.