China Texas Map

About China, Texas

China is a locality in Jefferson County, Texas, United States. It is a small community with a population of 963. The population density is 253.9 people per km². China is located at 30.0480°N, 94.3357°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77613.

China, Texas, unfolds under a sky that often hangs heavy with humidity, a palpable presence that clings to the tall pines and cypress trees lining the shallow ditches and bayous. It lies 14.2 miles west of Beaumont, TX (from Beaumont, TX: bearing 259°T), and is situated 7.8 miles south-east of Sour Lake. The landscape here is a tapestry of subtle greens and browns, a low-lying terrain that hints at the proximity of the Gulf Coast, though the sea itself is a distant, whispered rumor. Dirt roads, often the color of dried ochre, snake between modest homes and sprawling tracts of land where cattle graze lazily, their forms softened in the hazy, golden light of late afternoon. The air itself carries a sweet, earthy scent, a blend of damp soil, pine needles, and the occasional, faint perfume of blooming wildflowers that push their way through the roadside grasses. This is a place where the echoes of East Texas history resonate through the quiet hum of everyday life. Founded in an era when timber and agriculture were king, China’s economy has shifted, though the legacy of those early industries still informs its character. The land, once cleared for vast pine forests and cotton fields, now supports a more varied agricultural pulse, with cattle ranching and small farms dotting the countryside. The spirit of self-reliance and a deep connection to the land remain, evident in the unhurried pace of life and the neighborly glances exchanged at the local diner. While grand landmarks are few, the true distinction of China lies in its unassuming charm, its enduring connection to the rhythms of the natural world, and the quiet strength of its people.

About This China Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of China, Texas with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on China and Jefferson County.

Detailed location data for China includes the ZIP code (77613), telephone area code (281), county seat of Jefferson County (Beaumont), and school district assignment (Hardin-Jefferson Independent School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct China is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.