Population7,472 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Creekside Days Near the Heart of Texas
McCulloch County, TexasMcCulloch County centers on Brady, with an Edwards Plateau setting and a location near the geographic center of Texas. Brady serves as both the county seat and largest city. Richards Park offers a creekside community destination, while the county’s history extends through farming, railroads and smaller settlements. Begin with Brady and its public places, then use the county map to connect those experiences with the surrounding countryside and neighboring communities.
McCulloch County at a Glance
Population7,472 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatBrady
Largest CityBrady
Established1856 (organized 1876)
ZIP Codes8
Total Area1,073 sq mi (2,780 km 2 )
Major RoutesU.S. Highway 87 U.S. Highway 190 U.S. Highway 283 U.S. Highway 377 State Highway 71
Area Code325
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McCulloch County
McCulloch County was created from Bexar County in 1856 and organized in 1876. It was named for Benjamin McCulloch, a Texas Ranger and Confederate general. Brady became the county seat. Swedish communities developed in the county during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, while cotton and rail transportation became important parts of local life. The sandstone courthouse dates to 1899. These different threads connect the county’s public buildings with the work and migrations of the people who lived around them.
Richards Park in Brady provides a shaded setting with a playground, picnic facilities and disc golf. The city also maintains information about its RV camping arrangements. Choose the activity that fits your visit and check the relevant city page before setting out. Time in the park can complement an exploration of Brady’s county-seat setting, with the wider county left for a separate drive that gives its smaller communities room in the itinerary.
What Shapes Us
Brady at the Center
Brady is the county seat and largest city. It provides a practical starting point for public information, community places and exploration of the surrounding county.
Richards Park
The city park combines shade, picnic facilities and a playground with disc golf. Check city information separately for camping arrangements and any activity-specific requirements.
Community Roots
Swedish settlements, cotton farming and rail connections form different strands of county history. Looking beyond a single founding date brings those experiences into the picture.
Brady and its surrounding communities share the heartland landscape.
My Local Guide
McCulloch County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for McCulloch 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 Judge
County judge’s office and county administration information.
County Clerk
County clerk services, public records and office information.
County Treasurer
Treasurer’s office, county finances and public financial information.
Food, housing & family support
San Antonio Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving McCulloch 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
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
McCulloch County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
McCulloch County — AgriLife Extension — details and contacts
Hospitals
County & local resources
Heart Of Texas Memorial 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
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 7 serving McCulloch 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 McCulloch 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 McCulloch 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
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
District Clerk
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
County Court Docket
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Justice of the Peace
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
District Court Judge
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
McCulloch County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
McCulloch County — 452nd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
McCulloch County — Countywide (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
McCulloch County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
McCulloch County — Brady (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
McCulloch 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
Voca 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
McCulloch County veterans service contact — (325) 597-0733
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 McCulloch 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.
Brady is the county seat of McCulloch County, Texas.
The county overview lists Brady as its largest community.
The total area is 1,073 sq mi (2,780 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the McCulloch County government website for county offices and public information.
Richards Park has a playground, picnic facilities and disc golf. The city’s park guide describes its amenities. Official information.
Use the city’s parks and recreation information for its RV sites and reservation details. Official information.
The county links residents to McCulloch County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the county’s page for McCulloch County — District Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
For departmental information, use McCulloch County — Sheriff. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the official McCulloch County — Commissioners Court. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Office information is available through McCulloch 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
- Richards Park Playground — Enjoy outdoor play under the park’s pecan and oak trees.
- Stanburn Park Playground — Plan a neighborhood play stop near Pine and Texas Streets.
- Brady Aquatic Complex — Enjoy seasonal swimming and interactive water play; check admission and opening dates.
Restaurants
- Mi Familia Mexican Restaurant — Find a Mexican meal on South Church Street in Brady.
- Rockin J Smokehouse — Explore a barbecue meal on South Bridge Street.
- Mac’s BBQ — Visit the Brady location for Texas barbecue.
Shopping & Retail
- Serenity Quilts of Many Colors — Browse quilting supplies on North Blackburn Street.
- Down Home Gifts & Custom Designs — Shop gifts on East Main Street in Brady.
- D & J’s Good Ole Days — Explore antiques and distinctive finds on West Commerce Street.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Gypsy Chix Brady — Browse boutique clothing and accessories on North Blackburn Street.
- Goodwill Brady — Browse secondhand clothing on South Bridge Street; inventory varies.
- Walmart Brady Fashion — Shop clothing, footwear and everyday accessories.
Outdoor Fun
- Brady Lake — Plan lake recreation; check current access, water conditions and fees.
- Richards Park Disc Golf — Bring discs for an outdoor round in the park.
- Earnest O. Martin Memorial Park Walking Trail — Take a walk near the aquatic complex.
Free Things To Do
- Willie Washington Park Picnic — Enjoy public picnic tables; camping and reserved facilities are separate.
- Stanburn Park Shaded Tables — Bring a picnic for a simple neighborhood outing.
- Richards Park Day Visit — Enjoy the public park’s shade; camping and rentals cost extra.
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