Palestine Texas Map

About Palestine, Texas

Palestine is a locality in Anderson County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 19,136. The population density is 374.8 people per km². Palestine is located at 31.7621°N, 95.6308°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 75801.

Palestine, Texas, unfolds across a landscape of rolling East Texas terrain, where dense stands of pine and hardwood trees whisper secrets of the southern woods. It lies 45.1 miles south-south-west of Tyler, TX (from Tyler, TX: bearing 205°T), and is situated 9.9 miles north-north-west of Elkhart. The air, especially after a summer rain, carries the earthy perfume of damp soil and pine needles, a scent that clings to the very breath. Creeks, like Davy's Run, meander through the verdant undergrowth, their waters reflecting the dappled sunlight that filters through the canopy, creating a quiet, almost reverent atmosphere. The land here is generous with its green, a testament to the ample rainfall that nourishes its deep, fertile soil. The history of Palestine is deeply entwined with the railroads that once thundered through its heart, a vital artery of commerce and connection in a burgeoning nation. Its economy, once heavily reliant on timber and agriculture, now finds new life in a blend of small businesses and a growing tourism sector, drawn by the area's natural beauty and historical resonance. The Texas State Railroad, a heritage line, still chugs its way through the picturesque countryside, a living echo of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the past for visitors and locals alike. This connection to its roots, to the sturdy timbers of its founding and the iron rails that shaped its destiny, gives Palestine a character that is both enduring and quietly proud.

About This Palestine Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Palestine, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 31.762115, -95.630789. 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 Palestine and Anderson County.

Detailed location data for Palestine includes the ZIP code (75433), telephone area code (972, 469, 903), county seat of Anderson County (Palestine), and school district assignment (Palestine 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 Palestine is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.