Marlin

City in Falls County, Texas

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Marlin is a city in Falls County, Texas, with 5,462 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 390 ft (119 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Chilton, 10.0 miles W.

About Marlin

Marlin is a city in Falls County, Texas, United States. Its population was 5,462 at the 2020 census. Since 1851, it has been the county seat of Falls County. Marlin has been given the nickname "The Hot Mineral Water City of Texas" by the 76th Texas State Legislature. Mineral water was discovered there in 1892.

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Median household income
$36,426
Median home value
$66,000
Median rent
$689/mo
Median age
35
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Marlin, TX population

Marlin had 5,462 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census5,462
Density1,209 per sq mi (467 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Marlin at a glance

StateTexas (TX)
CountyFalls County
TypeCity
Population5,462 (2020)
Land area4.52 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Water area0.05 sq mi (0.13 km²)
Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Coordinates31.3080° N, 96.8932° W
ZIP code76661
Official websitemarlintx.net
Census code (GEOID)4846740

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Frequently asked questions about Marlin

What county is Marlin in?

Marlin is in Falls County, Texas.

What is the population of Marlin, TX?

5,462 people lived in Marlin at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Marlin, TX?

The ZIP code of Marlin is 76661.

What is the elevation of Marlin?

390 feet (119 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Marlin?

Chilton (10.0 mi), Lott (10.9 mi), Golinda (11.3 mi), Riesel (11.9 mi), Kosse (15.6 mi).

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