Population209,235 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Community Stories Along the Eastern Metroplex Edge
Kaufman County, TexasKaufman County links its namesake county seat with Forney, Terrell and communities east of Dallas. Forney is the county’s largest city, while Kaufman remains the center of county government. The Terrell Heritage Museum offers a focused introduction to one part of this varied area. Explore the county through its individual towns, using local collections and historic places to understand how each community contributes to the wider county story.
Kaufman County at a Glance
Population209,235 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatKaufman
Largest CityForney
Established1848
ZIP Codes13
Total Area807.514 sq mi (2,091.45 km 2 )
Major RoutesInterstate 20 U.S. Highway 80 U.S. Highway 175 State Highway 34 State Highway 198 State Highway 205 State Highway 243 State Highway 274 Spur 87 Spur 226 Spur 557
Area Code214 / 430 / 469 / 903 / 945 / 972
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Kaufman County
Kaufman County was created and organized in 1848. It and the county seat were named for David S. Kaufman, a diplomat and United States representative from Texas. The county’s cultural history includes western artist Frank Reaugh, who moved here in 1876 and drew inspiration from the surrounding landscape. Terrell’s heritage collections provide another route into local history, preserving photographs, documents and objects associated with the community. Together these stories connect public institutions, creative work and everyday lives across the county.
The Terrell Heritage Museum presents community history through its collections, and the heritage society also shares information about local murals and a historic rail car. Check the museum’s current visiting arrangements before setting out. A Terrell visit can anchor one part of a county itinerary, with Kaufman or Forney explored separately according to your interests. Group destinations by town so that each stop has time to offer more than a brief drive-through impression.
What Shapes Us
Three Community Centers
Kaufman, Forney and Terrell have different roles within the county. Knowing which town holds your destination makes planning visits and finding public information more straightforward.
Heritage Collections
The Terrell Heritage Museum preserves community objects, photographs and documents. These collections provide a local starting point for understanding the people and places behind county history.
Art and Landscape
Frank Reaugh moved to the county in 1876. His connection with the area offers a cultural thread alongside the histories of government, transportation and settlement.
Distinct towns bring local history into everyday community life.
My Local Guide
Kaufman County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Kaufman 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
Kaufman County government
Public offices, departments, records and resident services.
Kaufman County Tax Office — vehicle titles and registration
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
North Texas Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Kaufman 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
Scurry-Rosser 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
Kaufman County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Terrell State Hospital — Psychiatric
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
Call 911 for an immediate emergency. Use the directory entry to locate the sheriff’s office, and confirm current non-emergency contact details with the county.
County & local resources
Kaufman County Sheriff — state directory entry
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 2 serving Kaufman 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 Kaufman 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
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
Crandall-Combine Community Library
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
Kaufman County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — 422nd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — 489th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — 86th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — County Court at Law (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — County Court at Law No. 2 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — Precinct 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — Precinct 2 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — Precinct 3 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Kaufman County — Precinct 4 (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
Kaufman 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
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Kaufman County veterans service contact — (469) 376-4644
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Workforce Solutions North Central Texas — 109 TEJAS DR STE 300
, TERRELL, 75160
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.
Kaufman is the county seat of Kaufman County, Texas.
The county overview lists Forney as its largest community.
The total area is 807.514 sq mi (2,091.45 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Kaufman County government website for county offices and public information.
The Terrell Heritage Museum presents community collections; its website also introduces local murals and the Terrell Rail Car. Official information.
Lula Mae’s Bistro is one option. Explore a Terrell bistro dining option.
Books & Crannies is one option. Browse books in Terrell.
Gritty Belle Boutique is one option. Browse a local boutique selection.
Ben Gill Park is one option. Walk the trail or try the park’s disc golf course.
No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum is one option. Explore aviation history at this museum with free admission.
Film Alley is one option. Enjoy bowling, arcade games or a movie in Terrell; check current pricing.
Shop - Dine - Discover
Meet Local Businesses
Support the businesses that help make our communities thrive. From family-owned shops and restaurants to trusted local services, discover businesses worth visiting throughout the county.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Film Alley — Enjoy bowling, arcade games or a movie in Terrell; check current pricing.
- Ben Gill Park Playground — Plan a shaded playground stop at the Terrell park.
- Riter C. Hulsey Public Library — Look for children’s learning activities on the library calendar.
Restaurants
- Lula Mae’s Bistro — Explore a Terrell bistro dining option.
- Rio Lerma Mexican Restaurant — Stop for Mexican food in Terrell.
- Hickory Roots BBQ — Plan a barbecue meal in Terrell.
Shopping & Retail
- Books & Crannies — Browse books in Terrell.
- Flowerfields Florist — Explore flowers and gifts.
- Traylor Furniture — Shop furniture for the home.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Gritty Belle Boutique — Browse a local boutique selection.
- Silhouette’s Resale Boutique — Explore resale fashion in Terrell.
- Nike Factory Store — Shop sportswear at The Shops at Terrell.
Outdoor Fun
- Ben Gill Park — Walk the trail or try the park’s disc golf course.
- Forney Community Park Orienteering — Use the city’s course maps to practice outdoor navigation.
- The Scuba Ranch — Explore a recreational diving lake; confirm certification, equipment and entry requirements.
Free Things To Do
- No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum — Explore aviation history at this museum with free admission.
- Historic Downtown Terrell Murals — Walk public sidewalks to see downtown murals.
- Ben Gill Park Walking Trail — Enjoy an outdoor walk without an attraction ticket.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.