Population25,459 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Bluffside History and Central Texas Community Life
Fayette County, TexasFayette County brings together La Grange and surrounding communities in a part of Central Texas shaped by several cultural traditions. La Grange is the county seat and largest city. Near town, Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill offer a place to connect historic remains with the landscape overlooking the Colorado River. Begin with these local stories, then use the county’s towns and public information as reference points for exploring the countryside between them.
Fayette County at a Glance
Population25,459 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatLa Grange
Largest CityLa Grange
Established1837 (organized 1838)
ZIP Codes17
Total Area960 sq mi (2,500 km 2 )
Major RoutesInterstate 10 U.S. Highway 77 U.S. Highway 90 U.S. Highway 290 State Highway 71 State Highway 95 State Highway 159 State Highway 237 Loop 220 Loop 222 Loop 543 Spur 92 Spur 458
Area Code361 / 979
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Fayette County
Fayette County was created in 1837 from parts of Bastrop and Colorado counties and organized the following year. Its name honors the Marquis de Lafayette, the French supporter of the American Revolution. German and Czech settlement became important parts of the county’s cultural history. La Grange developed as the county seat, while historic places elsewhere in the county preserve additional strands of local life. Together, these histories connect Republic-era administration with later patterns of immigration and community development.
Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Sites provide an opportunity to explore two connected places near La Grange. Use the Texas Historical Commission’s visitor information to distinguish self-guided access from tours that require arrangements. The setting invites attention to both the historic structures and the surrounding landscape. A visit here can be combined with time in La Grange, allowing separate space in the itinerary for a historic site and the county seat.
What Shapes Us
A Revolutionary Namesake
The county’s name honors the Marquis de Lafayette. Its creation in 1837 belongs to the Republic of Texas period, with organization following the next year.
Historic Sites Together
Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill occupy a shared local setting near La Grange. Their visitor information explains how to explore the sites and arrange tours.
Community Traditions
German and Czech settlement contributed to the county’s cultural history. Individual towns and historic places offer different starting points for learning about that shared regional story.
Local traditions and historic places connect across the countryside.
My Local Guide
Fayette County
Our County. Our Stories.
The Texas Tribune — Statewide
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News & resources for Fayette 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 Tax Assessor/Collector
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
Central Texas Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Fayette County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
Central Texas 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
Schulenburg ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Fayetteville ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Round Top-Carmine 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
Fayette County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
The La Grange provider currently advertises emergency medicine and outpatient observation. Future services are not included and inpatient availability is not claimed. For an immediate emergency, call 911.
County & local resources
Progressive Health of Fayette — emergency and outpatient services
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.
Meet the 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
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 8 serving Fayette 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 Fayette 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
Selected local walking, hiking, cycling or paddling options. Check the linked operator or local tourism information for access, fees and current conditions.
County & local resources
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
ELLINGER SEWER AND WSC
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
FAYETTE COUNTY WCID MONUMENT HILL
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
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
Fayette County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Fayette County — 155th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Fayette County — Precinct 1 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Fayette County — Precinct 2 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Fayette County — Precinct 3 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Fayette County — Precinct 4 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Fayette County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
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
Fayette 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.
Texas resources
Capital Area Rural Transportation System
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
Ledbetter Post Office — Mpo/Modular Bldg.
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Plum Post Office — Mpo/Modular Bldg
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Warda 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
Fayette County veterans service contact — (979) 968-5254
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
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.
La Grange is the county seat of Fayette County, Texas.
The county overview lists La Grange as its largest community.
The total area is 960 sq mi (2,500 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Fayette County government website for county offices and public information.
Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill share a setting near town. Start with the Texas Historical Commission visitor guide.
The historic site’s visitor guide describes advance arrangements for tours. Check the intended tour and group requirements on the official planning page.
For office information, start with Fayette County — County Tax Assessor/Collector. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
The county links residents to Fayette County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the county’s page for Fayette County — District Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
For departmental information, use Fayette County — Sheriff. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the official Fayette County — Commissioners Court. 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
- Kruschel Park Playground — Enjoy a playground stop with room for a picnic.
- Randolph Recreation Center Park — Visit the playscape and splash pad; confirm availability before visiting.
- Heritage Park Playground — Bring children to the playground on South Jefferson Street.
Restaurants
- Weikel’s Bakery & Deli — Stop for kolaches or a deli meal in La Grange.
- Back Porch BBQ & Grill — Explore barbecue and grill favorites on North Jefferson Street.
- Texas One Stop — Consider a food stop along the Highway 71 bypass.
Shopping & Retail
- Judy’s Attic — Browse antiques on West Travis Street.
- Second Chance Emporium — Shop resale household items while supporting local charitable work.
- Honey Bunny’s Gifts & Apparel — Browse gifts and home decor at this La Grange shop.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Beyond Bronze — Explore boutique apparel and accessories in La Grange.
- Round Top Mercantile — Shop practical apparel and footwear in Round Top.
- Second Chance Emporium — Browse donated clothing and shoes at the resale store.
Outdoor Fun
- White Rock Park — Walk the trail and enjoy the riverside park.
- Fayette County Fairgrounds Disc Golf — Play the public nine-hole course; check event closures, including April setup.
- Kruschel Park — Walk the trail or plan a picnic outdoors.
Free Things To Do
- Kruschel Park Walk — Use the public walking trail during daylight hours.
- Heritage Park Picnic — Bring a picnic to the public park’s tables.
- White Rock Park Nature Walk — Look for wildlife while walking through the public day-use park.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.