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Katy Texas Map

Explore Katy, 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 Katy, Texas

How to Use This Katy, Texas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Katy, 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 Katy.

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.

CityKaty
StateTexas (TX)
CountyFort Bend County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneCentral Time (America/Chicago)
Latitude29.790915
Longitude-95.840711
Population21,894
Density581.2 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes77493, 77449, 77450, 77491, 77492
Area Code281
County SeatRichmond
School DistrictKaty Independent School District

About Katy, Texas

Katy is a locality in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 21,894. The population density is 581.2 people per km². Katy is located at 29.7909°N, 95.8407°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Katy is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 77493, 77449, 77450.

Katy occupies a stretch of expansive, level prairie where the horizon remains wide and unobstructed. It lies 5.1 miles northwest of Cinco Ranch, TX (from Cinco Ranch, TX: bearing 309°T), and is situated 8.0 miles northeast of Fulshear. The Cane Island Branch meanders through the landscape, acting as a quiet artery that sustains the local greenery. Residents often observe how the late afternoon light turns the tall grasses into a sea of muted gold, casting long, elegant shadows across the flat terrain. Thomas Park serves as a tranquil point of engagement with the natural environment, providing a space for respite from the pace of modern life. While the land remains largely open, the distant profile of Wolf Hill offers a subtle variation to the otherwise consistent, sweeping plains.

Katy emerged from a legacy of agricultural endeavor, transitioning from a focus on rice farming and cattle into a hub of suburban development. The local economy has evolved alongside the regional industrial growth, shifting from its early agrarian roots to a diverse professional landscape. Many businesses find a home here, drawn by the steady expansion of the infrastructure that supports both trade and residential comfort. The historical character remains visible in the preservation of older structures that stand as markers of a time when the railroad dictated the rhythm of daily commerce. This development continues to shape the character of Katy, balancing the momentum of progress with the quiet persistence of its original homesteading spirit.

Cultural life in Katy thrives through a variety of local events that bring neighbors together under the vast, clear sky. The community frequently gathers for traditions that celebrate the shared history and the changing seasons, grounding the residents in a common purpose. Notable landmarks, such as the preserved heritage buildings, reflect the enduring influence of early settlers who recognized the potential of this inland expanse. While many individuals contribute to the vitality of the region, the area is perhaps most famously associated with the athletic prowess of figures like Andy Dalton, who gained recognition for his success in professional football. Whether walking the paths near the Cane Island Branch or participating in public festivities, those who live here maintain a distinct connection to the land and to one another.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Katy Heritage Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 084° E
  • Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 089° E
  • Tri-County Marker (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 100° E
  • Atherton School (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 094° E
  • The City of Katy (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 102° E
  • Katy City Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 052° NE
  • Schlipf Road Preserve (Park) — 1.9 mi, 269° W
  • The Duelin' Daltons (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 111° E
  • Monster Storms (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 112° E
  • Lone Star Racers (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 109° E
  • The Snake Pit (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 111° E
  • Mason Creek Park (Local Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 060° NE
  • WFDD Hike & Bike Trail (Local Recreation) — 4.0 mi, 130° SE
  • Jordan High School Perfprming Arts Center (Theatre) — 4.8 mi, 189° S
  • Monkey Joe's (Theme Park) — 5.5 mi, 099° E
  • Xscape Theaters (Cinema) — 6.5 mi, 178° S
  • Nelson Farms (Conservation Area) — 7.8 mi, 360° N
  • Addicks Reservoir (Recreation Area) — 8.2 mi, 090° E
  • Warren Ranch/Barn Owl Woods (Conservation Area) — 9.0 mi, 359° N
  • Red Bike Statue (Public Artwork) — 13.2 mi, 097° E
  • Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 15.2 mi, 135° SE
  • Stephen F Austin State Park (State Park) — 16.0 mi, 278° W
  • Houston Audubon Society Museum (Museum) — 16.3 mi, 095° E
  • ComedySportz Houston (Theatre) — 16.8 mi, 092° E
  • Studio Movie Grille (Cinema) — 16.8 mi, 092° E
  • Dept. of Wonder (Gallery) — 18.8 mi, 136° SE
  • Art Museum Tx (Gallery) — 18.8 mi, 136° SE
  • Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 22.1 mi, 263° W · 21k acres
  • San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 26.2 mi, 200° S · 193k acres
  • Sam Houston National Forest (National Forest) — 46.0 mi, 012° N · 163k acres

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About This Katy Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Katy, Texas. Coordinates: 29.790915, -95.840711. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Katy includes the ZIP code (77493, 77449, 77450), telephone area code (281), county seat of Fort Bend County (Richmond), and school district assignment (Katy Independent School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.