Hempstead Texas Map

About Hempstead, Texas

Hempstead is a locality in Waller County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,137. The population density is 347.1 people per km². Hempstead is located at 30.0974°N, 96.0783°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77445.

Hempstead lies in the heart of Waller County, a landscape sculpted by gentle swells of earth that roll towards horizons vast and often painted with the blush of sunset. It lies 24.5 miles west-north-west of Cypress, TX (from Cypress, TX: bearing 291°T), and is situated 5.4 miles west of Prairie View. Ancient live oaks, their limbs gnarled like the hands of time, offer dappled shade across fields of emerald green, a verdant expanse punctuated by the occasional glint of sunlight on a meandering creek. The air here, especially in the languid afternoons, carries the sweet, earthy perfume of damp soil and sun-baked grasses, a scent that clings to the very fabric of the place, whispering of seasons past and the enduring spirit of the land. The quiet hum of cicadas forms a constant, almost meditative soundtrack to the slow unfolding of days in Hempstead. The story of Hempstead is deeply entwined with the fertile soil and the promise of agriculture that first drew settlers to this region. For generations, cotton and cattle have been the lifeblood of its economy, their cycles dictating the rhythm of life in Hempstead. Though modern developments have brought their own subtle changes, the echoes of its agricultural past remain palpable, from the weathered barns that dot the landscape to the quiet pride of those who still work the land. This enduring connection to the earth gives Hempstead a distinct character, a groundedness that feels both timeless and profoundly real.

About This Hempstead Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Hempstead, 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 Hempstead and Waller County.

Detailed location data for Hempstead includes the ZIP code (77445), telephone area code (281), county seat of Waller County (Hempstead), and school district assignment (Hempstead 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 Hempstead is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.