About Vinton
Vinton, TX is a small town located in western Texas with an estimated population of 2,013.
Officially, Vinton is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 2.74 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 735 residents per square mile.
📰 Vinton News Today
- 1 dead, 1 arrested after crash on I-10 East at Vinton kvia.com · Jul 31
- VIDEO: Two Chuco Tango members among three arrested near Vinton after car chase KFOX · May 7
- Westbound lanes on I-10 West near Vinton reopen KTSM 9 News · Jul 15
- Crash closes all lanes of I-10 West near Vinton KFOX · Jun 4
- 10:37 PM Update: The roadway is back open. TROOP D TRAVEL ADVISORY January 5, 2026 Vinton — I-10 westbound is closed in Texas due to a crash near the state line. Westbound traffic is being diverted to LA Hwy 109 near Vinton. Drivers should use ca facebook.com · Jan 5
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Vinton Unique
- One of 5 places in the US named Vinton — but the Texas one has a character all its own.
- Positioned in western Texas, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Texas — one of 1,863 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 3 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Vinton
- Emiliano's — pizza
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Vinton
- Dr. Howard Applegate Park reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Vinton
- BILL CHILDRESS EL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateTexas
TypeVillage
Population (2024)2,013
Rank in state#609 of 1,224
Land area2.74 sq mi
Density735/sq mi
Coordinates31.9595, -106.5935