Not Your Ordinary Small Town

Tatum is not your ordinary small town with the daily hustle and bustle. We are a simple wholesome community with a down- home way of life.

Tatum is known for our excellent 3A Public Schools, the Tatum EAGLE’S football team, Martin Creek Lake State Park, the interesting history that started Tatum, and the sea of tranquil tall pines and oak trees that grow along the red clay hills of East Texas.

1848 Founding Year

5+Higher Education Institutions

Our History

Our town has a long and interesting history. It is a thriving East Texas town encircled by five large towns. These larger commercial centers that are approximately twenty miles away, allow space for forests, farms, and country roads to dominate the area.

"Making Tatum your home."

Our Vision

Welcome home to a comfortable county lifestyle that is conveniently located to big city

amenities and nearby recreational opportunities.

Tatum has a great sense of pride for our

community. The opportunities for growing families, new businesses, and economic growth are abundant.

If you are passing through or looking to relocate, we hope that you will make Tatum your next Hometown Stop!

The town has a strong sense of community and hosts events such as the Tatum Pecan Festival, Jingle Bell Bop & Shop, and the Tatum Christmas Parade

Tatum is close to several lakes and parks, offering ample opportunities for fishing, boating, hiking, and other outdoor activities.

Our Community

Did you know that Tatum, Texas boasts a high quality of life? With excellent school and safety demographics, families can feel at ease raising their children here. Tatum also offers beautiful lakes and outdoor recreation opportunities for residents to enjoy.

Tatum Police

(903)803-3581

james.smith@tatum.texas.gov

680 N. Crystal Farms Rd
Tatum, TX 75691

Chief James Smith

Tatum Fire

(903)803-3587

Info@ruskcountyfire.org

175 Stonewall

Tatum, TX 75691

Chief Rayford Gibson

Public Works

(903)803-3586

cityoftatum@tatum.texas.gov

680 Crystal Farms Rd.

Tatum, TX 75691

Michael Morton - Supervisor