Needville Texas Map

About Needville, Texas

Needville is a locality in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,094. The population density is 591.5 people per km². Needville is located at 29.3994°N, 95.8377°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77461.

Needville unfurls across a landscape of broad, level plains, where the horizon stretches with an almost unwavering generosity. It lies 11.0 miles south of Rosenberg, TX (from Rosenberg, TX: bearing 189°T), and is situated 6.5 miles south-south-west of Pleak. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a humid warmth, a subtle weight that softens the edges of the world and lends a muted glow to the scattered clusters of live oaks and pecans. The land itself, a rich, dark loam, seems to hold the memory of ancient waters, its flatness broken only by the gentle meandering of bayous that snake through the fields, their sluggish currents reflecting the vast, often cloud-streaked sky. The character of Needville is one of quiet endurance, a place where the land dictates the pace, and the days unfold with a predictable, unhurried grace. The history of Needville is deeply entwined with the fertile soil that has long sustained its agricultural roots, particularly cotton and rice farming, a legacy evident in the enduring fields that still dominate the surrounding terrain. This enduring agrarian spirit has shaped the local economy, though it has also seen a diversification with the proximity to the Houston metropolitan area, drawing in those who seek a more tranquil existence while remaining connected to urban opportunities. The town's distinctive character, however, remains firmly planted in its rural heritage; the annual Fort Bend County Fair, held nearby, serves as a potent reminder of these traditions, drawing crowds for its livestock shows, rodeo events, and the simple pleasure of community gathering. The very texture of life in Needville seems to absorb this history, a quiet hum beneath the surface of everyday commerce and the gentle murmur of conversation.

About This Needville Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Needville, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.39941, -95.83773. 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 Needville and Fort Bend County.

Detailed location data for Needville includes the ZIP code (77461), telephone area code (281), county seat of Fort Bend County (Richmond), and school district assignment (Needville 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 Needville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.