Population51,503 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Northeast Texas Stories with Paris at Their Heart
Lamar County, TexasLamar County centers on Paris in Northeast Texas, with a history reaching back to the Republic of Texas. Paris serves as the county seat and provides a starting point for exploring the surrounding communities. The Sam Bell Maxey House offers a preserved domestic setting through which to consider nineteenth-century life. Begin with a particular historic place, then connect its people and architecture with the wider county rather than treating a single landmark as the whole story.
Lamar County at a Glance
Population51,503 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatParis
Largest CityParis
Established1840 (organized 1841)
ZIP Codes17
Total Area933 sq mi (2,420 km 2 )
Major RoutesU.S. Highway 82 U.S. Highway 271 State Highway 19 State Highway 24 Loop 286 Spur 139
Area Code430 / 903
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Lamar County
The Congress of the Republic of Texas created Lamar County in December 1840, and the county was organized the following year. It was named for Mirabeau B. Lamar, the republic’s second president. Paris became the county seat. A later chapter is represented by the Sam Bell Maxey House, completed in 1868. Maxey’s career included service as a Confederate general and later as a United States senator, making the house a setting for exploring the political and social changes surrounding Reconstruction.
The Sam Bell Maxey House in Paris provides a focused historic destination. Read the Texas Historical Commission’s account of the house and its residents before visiting, then check the site’s current visitor arrangements. Its architecture and family history offer different ways to approach the same place. Allow time for Paris beyond the house, and use a county map when extending the visit to other communities so that the day remains centered on the places you most want to see.
What Shapes Us
Republic-Era Origins
The county was created in 1840 and organized in 1841. Its name connects it with Mirabeau B. Lamar and the Republic of Texas period.
A Paris Home
The Sam Bell Maxey House preserves a nineteenth-century domestic setting. Its architecture and the experiences of its residents offer complementary ways to explore local history.
Paris as a Base
Paris serves as the county seat and a starting point for local exploration. Select individual destinations before extending a visit into the surrounding county communities.
Historic homes and county communities connect past lives with place.
My Local Guide
Lamar County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Lamar 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 Commissioners
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
County Tax Assessor-Collector
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
North Texas Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Lamar County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
North 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
North Lamar ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Prairiland 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
Lamar County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Paris Regional Medical Center — Acute Care 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’s Office
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 3 serving Lamar 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 Lamar 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
Barber Hills Mountain Bike Trails
Outdoor recreation, routes and visitor planning information.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
LAMAR COUNTY WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT
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
6th District Court
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
County Court at Law
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lamar County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lamar County — 62nd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lamar County — Precinct 1 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lamar County — Precinct 2 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lamar County — Precinct 3 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
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
Lamar 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
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
Cunningham 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
Lamar County veterans service contact — (903) 737-2484
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Workforde Solutions Northeast Texas — 5210 SE LOOP 286
, PARIS, 75460
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.
Paris is the county seat of Lamar County, Texas.
The county overview lists Paris as its largest community.
The total area is 933 sq mi (2,420 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Lamar County government website for county offices and public information.
The Texas Historical Commission explains the house’s construction, architecture and the lives of its residents. Official information.
For office information, start with Lamar County — County Tax Assessor-Collector. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
The county links residents to Lamar County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the county’s page for Lamar County — District Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
For departmental information, use Lamar County — Sheriff's Office. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
The county provides a page for Lamar County — County Commissioners. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Office information is available through Lamar 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
- Paris Lanes Bowling — Plan a family bowling outing, including bumper bowling for children.
- Pump Track Paris — Try the children’s loop with suitable riding equipment and supervision.
- Eiffel Tower — Take a family photo by the tower topped with a cowboy hat.
Restaurants
- Jaxx Burgers — Plan a burger stop in Paris.
- Scholl Bros — Explore a Paris barbecue dining option.
- Paris Bakery — Stop for breakfast or a pastry while visiting downtown.
Shopping & Retail
- Bee Sweet — Browse specialty treats and gifts.
- Picky Piglet — Look for children’s accessories and gift ideas.
- CycleWorks Paris — Visit a local bike shop while planning a riding outing.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Paris Baby — Browse clothing for babies and young children.
- Soho Boutique — Explore a local boutique for a new outfit.
- Sister Babyz — Browse another Paris fashion-shopping stop.
Outdoor Fun
- Trail de Paris — Walk, run or cycle the paved local trail.
- Barber Hills Mountain Bike Trails — Ride wooded trails near Pat Mayse Lake; choose a route suited to your ability.
- Pat Mayse Lake — Plan fishing, boating or camping; confirm access and applicable fees.
Free Things To Do
- Eiffel Tower — Visit the outdoor landmark without an admission charge.
- Paris Sports Complex Pickleball Courts — Play on the public courts; check event scheduling before visiting.
- Pump Track Paris — Ride the public pump track without an entry fee.
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