Texas has a coastline on the Gulf of Mexico to the southeast. Covering 268,596 square miles (695,660 km 2) and with over 31 million residents as of 2024, [1] it is the second-largest U.S. state by both area and population.
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Texas, the second-largest U.S. state in both area and population, borders the states of New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. To its southwest lies the country of Mexico, and to the southeast, the Gulf of Mexico. Texas covers a total area of approximately 268,597 mi 2 (695,662 km 2).
Tourists flock to Texas for a variety of attractions and resorts. The Gulf Coast, including cities like Galveston and Corpus Christi, offers beaches and maritime activities. The state also boasts significant historical sites, such as the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.