Welcome to Caldwell County Situated immediately southeast of the state capital city, our county, with more than 45,800 residents according to the most recent decennial Census, is well-positioned for significant expansion. We have rapid and simple access to Austin, San Antonio, and Houston. The town of Lockhart, known as the Texas BBQ Capital, and Luling, home of the famed Watermelon Thump event, are located inside the County and each has its own special qualities and advantages. Gary Job Corps, the nation's first and biggest Job Corps program, is situated in Caldwell County and is close to the San Marcos Regional Airport. Situated in the center of the Texas Innovation Corridor, Caldwell County is a part of the Greater San Marcos area.
Caldwell County's Transportation Plan Learn more about existing transportation infrastructure conditions and recommended improvements.

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Statewide drill for local alerting systems set for April 2: What to know.

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Caldwell County is joining officials across Texas who are participating in a statewide drill for local alerting systems on April 2. Be ready in case of emergency by making sure you are able to receive...Read more...

County administrative offices closing at noon April 2

Thu, 02 Apr 2026

Caldwell County administrative offices will close at noon on Thursday, April 2 ahead of the holiday weekend. Offices will reopen on Monday, April 6. Wishing everyone in Caldwell County a safe and happ...Read more...

Commissioners Court Recap: March 26, 2026

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Next meeting Thursday , April 9 Commissioners OK tax abatement agreement, table development agreement for data center Commissioners approved a Chapter 312 tax abatement agreement between Caldwell Coun...Read more...

Burn Ban is on. No outdoor burning.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026

The countywide burn ban is on. No outdoor burning is allowed at this time without a permit from the county. Full notice.Read more...

The April 9, 2026 Commissioners Court Meeting will be held in Room 200 at 9 a.m. in the Caldwell County Courthouse at 110 S. Main St., Lockhart, Texas.

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NOTICE: The Texas Workforce Commission ("TWC") is the entity responsible for enforcing the Fair Housing Act in the State of Texas. You have one year after an alleged violation to file a complaint, but you should file it as soon as possible. Go to https://www.twc.texas.gov/programs/civil-rights to file a complaint.

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