Flag of Texas
stateThe flag of Texas was adopted on January 25, 1839. Blue hoist band with a single star, and white and red bands. It uses 3 colours: blue, white and red. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Texas |
|---|---|
| Country | Texas |
| Official Country Name | State of Texas |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | United States |
| ISO Country Code | US-TX |
| Internet Domain | .us |
| Calling Code | +1 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Texas |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | January 25, 1839 |
| Current Version Adopted | January 25, 1839 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Blue, White, Red |
| Design Type | Blue hoist band with a single star, and white and red bands |
| Official Status | Official State Flag |
| Government Authority | State Government of Texas |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #002868 | 0, 40, 104 | 100, 62, 0, 59 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Red | #BF0A30 | 191, 10, 48 | 0, 95, 75, 25 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents loyalty |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents purity |
| Red colour | Represents bravery |
| Lone Star | Texas as a former independent republic — the origin of the state’s nickname |
| Adoption | In use since 1839, when Texas was still a sovereign nation |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1839-01-25 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 2:3 |
|---|---|
| Width | 2 units (hoist) |
| Length | 3 units (fly) |
Texas Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Texas
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 187 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | January 25, 1839 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Central African Republic, Madagascar, North Carolina |
| Unique Feature | Blue hoist band with a single star, and white and red bands |
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Facts about the Flag of Texas
- The Lone Star Flag was adopted by the Republic of Texas in 1839 and kept unchanged when Texas joined the Union in 1845.
- The resemblance to Chile's flag, adopted in 1817, is generally accepted as coincidence; the layouts differ, with Texas using a full vertical band rather than a square canton.
- Texas law sets out a pledge to the state flag as well as detailed rules on its display.
- The flag of Texas was officially adopted on January 25, 1839.
- The flag in its present form is 187 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Blue hoist band with a single star, and white and red bands.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 83 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: blue, white and red.
- The blue on the flag stands for loyalty.
- The white on the flag stands for purity.
- The red on the flag stands for bravery.
- Lone Star: Texas as a former independent republic — the origin of the state’s nickname.
- Adoption: In use since 1839, when Texas was still a sovereign nation.
- The design belongs to the "Combined horizontal and vertical bands" family, shared with 6 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Central African Republic, Madagascar and North Carolina.
- Texas joined the Union on 29 December 1845, as the 28th state.
- Rodeo is the official state sport.
- The state is nicknamed The Lone Star State.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Texas
When was the flag of Texas adopted?
The flag of Texas was officially adopted on January 25, 1839.
What do the colours of the flag of Texas mean?
Blue for loyalty, white for purity and red for bravery.
When did Texas become a state?
Texas entered the Union on 29 December 1845, as the 28th state.
What is the state sport of Texas?
Rodeo is the official state sport.
What do the symbols on the flag of Texas represent?
Lone Star — Texas as a former independent republic — the origin of the state’s nickname. Adoption — In use since 1839, when Texas was still a sovereign nation.
What are the proportions of the flag of Texas?
The official ratio is 2:3, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 83 national flags.
What are the state symbols of Texas?
The state bird is the northern mockingbird, the state flower is the bluebonnet and the motto is "Friendship".
Which flags look similar to the flag of Texas?
The closest matches are Central African Republic, Madagascar and North Carolina, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Texas?
It uses 3 colours: blue, white and red.
Can I download the flag of Texas for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Texas in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.