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Jim Wells County, Texas

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Jim Wells County cities, courthouse departments, and elections contact information

Jim Wells County cities, courthouse departments, and elections contact information

This article compiles contact and service information for Alice, Orange Grove, Premont and San Diego and the Jim Wells County courthouse, with emphasis on elections and key county departments.

Marcus Williams•2 min read•12:46 AM

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About Jim Wells, TX

Population

Approximately 40,482 residents

County Seat

Alice, Texas

Coverage Area

868 square miles in southern Texas

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