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Hempstead Texas Map

Explore Hempstead, Texas, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Hempstead, Texas

How to Use This Hempstead, Texas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Hempstead, Texas. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Texas or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Hempstead.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Hempstead
State	Texas (TX)
County	Waller County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	30.09744
Longitude	-96.078292
Population	5,430
Density	320.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	77445
Area Code	281
County Seat	Hempstead
School District	Hempstead Independent School District

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About Hempstead, Texas

Hempstead is a locality in Waller County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,430. The population density is 320.0 people per km². Hempstead is located at 30.0974°N, 96.0783°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Hempstead is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 77445.

Hempstead occupies a quiet expanse of inland prairie where the horizon stretches wide under a vast, unencumbered sky. It lies 19.7 miles east-southeast of Brenham, TX (from Brenham, TX: bearing 104°T), and is situated 5.4 miles west of Prairie View.

The land surrounding Hempstead is marked by the subtle presence of Clear Creek, which meanders through the landscape just two miles away. Beyond the immediate terrain, the topography reveals itself in gentle rises toward Hockley Mound, which stands as a silent sentinel fourteen miles distant. The earth holds a deep, fertile quality, sustaining the broad fields that define the visual character of the region. Visitors and residents alike find the local environment defined by the presence of Unknown Park, a space that offers a direct connection to the native flora of the plains. Far from any saline influence, the air remains crisp and dry, carrying the scent of parched grasses during the lingering heat of summer afternoons.

History serves as the bedrock for the development of Hempstead, which emerged as a vital junction for early rail commerce and agricultural exchange. The local economy maintains a steady pulse, drawing strength from the steady rhythm of farming and the enduring utility of its transport corridors. Industrial efforts in Hempstead have long supported the regional market, providing a foundation for the families who have built their lives here over many generations. The movement of goods remains a primary vein of activity, echoing the industrious spirit of those who first recognized the potential of this inland crossroad. As the seasons cycle, the balance of trade and labor continues to shape the daily progression of commerce in the area.

Cultural character in Hempstead is defined by a modest, resilient pride and an appreciation for the simple persistence of community life. Residents often gather near local landmarks to celebrate the traditions that have anchored the spirit of the people since the early days of settlement. The atmosphere remains grounded, favoring authentic connection over the artifice of modern urban sprawl, while the pace of life invites a thoughtful observation of the changing light across the fields. While many individuals have contributed to the local legacy, the town maintains a focused identity that prioritizes the shared experiences of its inhabitants. Periodic events and local milestones serve to reinforce the social bonds that make Hempstead a distinct point on the map. This enduring sense of place is reflected in the quiet dignity of the architecture and the deliberate way the populace organizes its collective future.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Former Waller County Post Offices (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 047° NE
Hempstead, C.S.A. (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 056° NE
Waller County (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 069° E
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 235° SW
Athletic Fields-Hempstead High School (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 169° S
Hempstead City Park (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 310° NW
Liendo Plantation, 1853 (Attraction) — 2.9 mi, 090° E
Waller ISD Stadium (Stadium) — 10.0 mi, 099° E
Hebert (Conservation Area) — 13.9 mi, 139° SE
Warren Ranch/Barn Owl Woods (Conservation Area) — 14.7 mi, 119° SE
Hay Ride (Attraction) — 15.0 mi, 085° E
Oil Jack (Attraction) — 15.0 mi, 085° E
Statue of Liberty (Public Artwork) — 15.1 mi, 085° E
Indian Village (Attraction) — 15.1 mi, 086° E
Henrys Hideout Historical Pub (Museum) — 18.5 mi, 058° NE
Star of the Republic Museum (Museum) — 18.6 mi, 331° NW
Stephen F Austin State Park (State Park) — 18.7 mi, 187° S
Giddings-Wilkin House Museum (Museum) — 19.5 mi, 286° W
Back Lot Gallery (Gallery) — 19.7 mi, 284° W
Brenham Fine Arts League & Gallery (Gallery) — 19.7 mi, 284° W
Miller's Theater (Cinema) — 20.1 mi, 358° N
Historic Magnolia Depot (Museum) — 21.1 mi, 068° E
Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 25.0 mi, 199° S · 21k acres
Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum (Museum) — 26.0 mi, 144° SE
Premiere Cinema 7 Tomball (Cinema) — 26.6 mi, 091° E
Somerville Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 29.2 mi, 298° NW
Sam Houston National Forest (National Forest) — 31.8 mi, 031° NE · 163k acres
Little Lake Creek Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 32.8 mi, 042° NE · 3,956 acres
Lake Somerville Trailway State Park (State Park) — 36.8 mi, 293° NW
San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 46.1 mi, 173° S · 193k acres

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