Jasper, Texas
Jasper is a city in Jasper County, Texas, in East Texas, about 52 miles southeast of Lufkin as the crow flies, with a population of about 7,505.
Jasper
County
7,505
Population
East Texas
Region
10.4 sq mi
Land Area
52 mi
straight line to Lufkin
Updated October 2026 · Population: U.S. Census Bureau estimate for July 1, 2024. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · Jasper on Wikipedia
Jasper City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through Jasper.
Major roads: State Hwy 63 · US Hwy 190 · US Hwy 96
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
Jasper from our research
What we've verified about Jasper, one line per topic. Each links to the full page and its sources.
- History
- Settled in the 1820s, named for a Revolutionary War hero, built by the East Texas timber industry, and the 'Jewel of the Forest.' Details →
- Dining
- 30 verified places to eat and drink; most common: Burgers & American · Mexican & Tex-Mex · Coffee, Sweets & Bakery; 4 have a full bar. Details → Source: Texas Comptroller sales-tax permit records, checked place by place
- Schools
- 4 public schools within 12 miles, in Jasper ISD. Details → Source: Texas Education Agency AskTED directory — open campuses, enrollment as of Oct 2025
- Utilities
- City-owned electric service (no plan shopping), CenterPoint Energy gas, City of Jasper water and trash, and internet options in Jasper County. Details →
- Outdoors
- Nearest state parks: Martin Dies, Jr. (12 mi), Village Creek (48 mi), Lake Livingston (63 mi). Nearest lakes: Sam Rayburn Reservoir (28 mi). Details → Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — park locations
- Contractors
- 2 licensed plumbers, 6 licensed HVAC contractors and 10 licensed electricians serve Jasper. Details → Source: TSBPE and TDLR license records, checked business by business
FAQ: Jasper, Texas
Jasper County. The U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 place-by-county list places all of Jasper in Jasper County.
East Texas guides
Region-wide guides that put Jasper in context — where to go, what things cost, and how people actually live here.
Moving to East Texas: What You Need to Know
Thinking about moving to East Texas? A fact-checked guide to healthcare, schools, getting around, weather, and daily life in Tyler, Jacksonville, and the towns around them.
Read Guide →Things to Do in East Texas
What to do in East Texas, checked against official sources: Tyler's Rose Garden and Caldwell Zoo, Canton's First Monday Trade Days, the Texas State Railroad, state parks, museums and festivals.
Read Guide →Cost of Living in East Texas
What it costs to live in East Texas, using Census figures: home values and rents in Tyler, Jacksonville and Athens compared with Texas and the big metros, plus taxes, utilities, healthcare and driving.
Read Guide →Retiring in East Texas: Why Retirees Love It Here
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