Rankin
City in Upton County, Texas
Rankin is a city in Upton County, Texas, with 780 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,516 ft (767 m) above sea level. The nearest town is McCamey, 17.8 miles W.
- 780residents (2020 Census)
- 2,516 ftelevation · 767 m
- 1.1 sq miland area · 2.7 km²
- 739 / sq mipopulation density
- 79778ZIP code
About Rankin
Rankin is a city in and the county seat of Upton County, Texas, United States. Its population was 780 at the 2020 census. It is named after F.E. Rankin, a local rancher. As of 2020, 3,308 people live in Upton County, with McCamey being the only larger town. During the early 20th century, the town grew due to the discovery of oil in the nearby Yates Oil Field. Following a second oil boom in the '80s, the town had a decline in its economy and population.
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Living in Rankin
- Median household income
- $71,596
- Median home value
- $127,000
- Median rent
- $564/mo
- Median age
- 38.5
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Rankin had 780 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 780 |
|---|---|
| Density | 739 per sq mi (285 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Rankin at a glance
| State | Texas (TX) |
|---|---|
| County | Upton County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 780 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.06 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,516 ft (767 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.2254° N, 101.9394° W |
| ZIP code | 79778 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4860668 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
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Frequently asked questions about Rankin
What county is Rankin in?
Rankin is in Upton County, Texas.
What is the population of Rankin, TX?
780 people lived in Rankin at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Rankin, TX?
The ZIP code of Rankin is 79778.
What is the elevation of Rankin?
2,516 feet (767 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Rankin?
McCamey (17.8 mi), Iraan (21.7 mi), Crane (26.8 mi), Big Lake (28.8 mi), Sheffield (37.9 mi).
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