Nueces County is located in southern Texas, with its county seat in Corpus Christi. It is named after the Nueces River, which forms part of its boundary. The county is part of the larger Corpus Christi metropolitan area and lies along the Gulf Coast, making it significant for its ports, industries, and tourism. The population was 353,178 in 2020. The area has a diverse community, with a significant Hispanic/Latino population.