Lockhart Texas Map

About Lockhart, Texas

Lockhart is a locality in Caldwell County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 15,326. The population density is 350.0 people per km². Lockhart is located at 29.8849°N, 97.6700°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78644.

Lockhart rests upon the rolling Texas prairie, a landscape softened by gentle hills and punctuated by the sturdy silhouettes of live oaks. It lies 14.3 miles east-south-east of Kyle, TX (from Kyle, TX: bearing 120°T), and is situated 8.6 miles south-east of Uhland. The sky here often stretches wide and pale blue, a vast canvas that can shift to bruised purples and fiery oranges as the sun dips below the horizon, painting the scattered farmsteads and fields of mesquite and grassland in hues of amber and rose. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, carries a dry, earthy scent, a blend of sun-baked soil and the faint sweetness of wildflowers that bloom with determined resilience. This is a place where the land itself seems to hold its breath, a quiet observer of the seasons and the lives that unfold within its embrace. The history of Lockhart is deeply entwined with its agricultural roots, a legacy that still echoes in the quiet hum of its economy. For generations, the fertile soil has supported cattle ranches and cotton farms, their prosperity often dictated by the unpredictable Texas weather. More recently, the discovery of oil and gas has brought a new layer of activity, though the heart of Lockhart retains a palpable connection to its agrarian past. The town’s distinctive character is also marked by its vibrant cultural heritage, a blend of Southern charm and a distinct Central Texas spirit, evident in its annual festivals and the warm, open demeanor of its residents. The iconic courthouse, a proud sentinel in the town square, stands as a silent witness to the passage of time and the enduring spirit of Lockhart.

About This Lockhart Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lockhart, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.884944, -97.67. 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 Lockhart and Caldwell County.

Detailed location data for Lockhart includes the ZIP code (78644), telephone area code (512, 737), county seat of Caldwell County (Lockhart), and school district assignment (Lockhart 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 Lockhart is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.