Smithville Texas Map

About Smithville, Texas

Smithville is a locality in Bastrop County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,216. The population density is 376.4 people per km². Smithville is located at 30.0086°N, 97.1594°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78957.

Smithville, a quiet breath of Bastrop County, unfurls itself under a vast, often brilliant Texas sky. It lies 39.2 miles east-south-east of Austin, TX (from Austin, TX: bearing 117°T), and is situated 2.2 miles north-west of Colorado. The land here, a gentle swell of rolling hills, is a patchwork of cultivated fields and stands of mature oak and pine, their branches reaching out like ancient, welcoming arms. The air, especially in the languid afternoons, carries the subtle, earthy perfume of sun-baked soil and the sweet, ephemeral scent of wild honeysuckle climbing over weathered fences. The Colorado River, a lazy, silver ribbon, meanders nearby, its presence a constant, soothing murmur in the background of everyday life, reflecting the deep blue of the sky and the emerald green of its verdant banks. The character of Smithville is one of quiet resilience, a place where the sun seems to linger a little longer each day, painting the landscape in hues of gold and amber as it descends. The history of Smithville is entwined with the fertile soil and the lifeblood of the Colorado River, a testament to the enduring spirit of those who settled this corner of Central Texas. Once a vital stop on the railroad, its economy now finds its pulse in agriculture, with fields yielding cotton, corn, and various produce, while a growing appreciation for its historic charm draws visitors and new residents alike. Local artisans and small businesses contribute to a distinct cultural fabric, and the pace of life here moves with a deliberate, unhurried grace, a stark contrast to the clamor of larger cities. Smithville retains a sense of community where neighbors know one another's names and the traditions of Texas hospitality are as deeply rooted as the live oaks that dot the landscape, a place where the past whispers in the rustling leaves and the present unfolds with a gentle, sun-drenched continuity.

About This Smithville Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Smithville, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 30.008554, -97.159432. 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 Smithville and Bastrop County.

Detailed location data for Smithville includes the ZIP code (78629), telephone area code (512, 737, 830), county seat of Bastrop County (Bastrop), and school district assignment (Smithville 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 Smithville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.