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Rankin, TX

Texas · Reagan County

Rankin is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,189. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,189 Population 1,122/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $34,476 per capita
$119,000 Home Value $193,483 Zillow
$664 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
159 Violent Crime/100K 397 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,000 home value, $664/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
159 violent crimes/100K (58% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,000
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 159/100K
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $664
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

How Rankin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,189
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density1,122/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$34,476
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$5,147M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,000
Rent$664
Ownership78.3%
Zillow$193,483
Housing Units509
Rent Burden19.3%

Crime

F
Violent159/100K
Property397/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured19.7%
Smoking15.4%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,534 ft (772 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+76.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score3.79

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Rankin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rankin receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Rankin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rankin is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rankin is $119,000, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $664 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rankin is below the national average at 159 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 397 per 100,000, 80% below the national average.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.8/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Rankin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rankin has a population of 1,189 with a density of 1,122 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.4% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (62%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 74.5% of residents, while 25.5% speak Spanish. 2.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 11.8% of residents have a disability. 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,189
Total Population
1,122
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rankin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 74.5%
5% below US avg
Spanish 25.5%
90% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rankin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rankin is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,476 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,564. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 154 business establishments, including 13 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rankin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,476
Avg Weekly Wage$1,564
IRS Avg AGI$84,755
Gini Index0.365 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)154
County GDP$5,147M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare4
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rankin is $119,000, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,483, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $664 (43% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 78.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 509 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1960. The average annual property tax is $2,900 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 19.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,000
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,483

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$664
43% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.3%
Owner-Occupied78.3%
Renter-Occupied21.7%
Housing Units509
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Rankin, 37.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 32.5% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 19.2% report binge drinking. 28.8% are physically inactive. 23.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 19.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,253. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Rankin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.5%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured19.7%
129% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,253
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits54.1%
Premature Death8,046/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Healthcare Facilities4
Rankin has a violent crime rate of 159 per 100,000 residents, 58% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 397 per 100,000, 80% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rankin receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Rankin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent159.0/100K
58% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property397.5/100K
80% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Rankin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 2,534 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,534 ft (772 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density1,122/sq mi
Coordinates31.2254°N, 101.9394°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyReagan County County
Nearest AirportMidland International Air And Space Port (MAF)
52 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below US avg
Snowfall 1.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.83"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.47"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score5.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability46.9 / 100
Community Resilience1.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

432 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 25, 2025.

Sep 17, 2024 2024 North of Tarzan, Texas Earthquake M5.1 132 km
Feb 28, 2025 26 km SW of Ackerly, Texas M4.8 127 km
Apr 10, 2024 21 km N of Stanton, Texas M4.4 122 km
Jun 6, 2022 18 km SE of Ackerly, Texas M3.9 136 km
Aug 15, 2024 28 km SW of Garden City, Texas M3.8 57 km
Mar 5, 2024 37 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas M3.8 135 km
Jul 10, 2025 33 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas M3.7 136 km
Apr 10, 2023 20 km NW of Stanton, Texas M3.7 115 km
Sep 6, 2016 22 km WSW of Coyanosa, Texas M3.6 129 km
May 2, 2025 36 km SSW of Los Ybanez, Texas M3.6 136 km
Jul 19, 2024 6 km WSW of Westbrook, Texas M3.6 147 km
Jun 16, 2022 16 km SSE of Ackerly, Texas M3.6 133 km
Aug 10, 2024 28 km SW of Garden City, Texas M3.6 56 km
Jul 31, 2023 17 km SSE of Ackerly, Texas M3.5 131 km
May 22, 2021 11 km NE of Odessa, Texas M3.5 84 km
Feb 15, 2021 15 km N of Stanton, Texas M3.5 117 km
Apr 30, 2024 33 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas M3.5 132 km
Mar 19, 2022 18 km SSE of Ackerly, Texas M3.5 131 km
Jul 22, 2023 10 km SSE of Gardendale, Texas M3.5 88 km
Feb 27, 2025 34 km WSW of Ackerly, Texas M3.4 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

214 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 53 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 1, 1990 EF4 42 km 2
May 30, 2024 EF3 50 km 0
May 22, 2024 EF3 89 km 0
May 20, 2019 EF3 66 km 0
May 22, 2016 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 19, 1977 EF3 97 km 0
May 15, 1965 EF3 84 km 0
May 4, 1961 EF3 88 km 0
May 30, 2024 EF2 82 km 0
May 24, 2022 EF2 77 km 0
May 20, 2019 EF2 52 km 0
Mar 28, 2017 EF2 55 km 0
May 22, 2016 EF2 99 km 0
May 22, 2016 EF2 85 km 0
Mar 18, 2012 EF2 97 km 0
Apr 29, 2009 EF2 88 km 0
Mar 22, 2000 EF2 51 km 0
Apr 15, 1990 EF2 92 km 0
Oct 15, 1981 EF2 62 km 0
May 12, 1973 EF2 78 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GLASS (196,945 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 GLASS 196,945 89 km
2008 HUCKABEE 84,897 73 km
2008 PORTER 47,570 88 km
2006 ROCKER B 37,361 75 km
2011 WILLIAMS 23,912 77 km
2011 DHR 21,345 62 km
2011 LITTLE SMOKEY 19,841 63 km
2011 PLEASANT FARMS 15,516 64 km
2011 HICKMAN 14,828 75 km
2008 ELLISON 11,140 77 km
2011 SCOTT RANCH 10,755 81 km
2011 CANNON 10,449 47 km
2020 SMITH CANYON 8,590 43 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,266 89 km
2011 DHI 7,149 65 km
2019 190 EAST 7,091 83 km
2008 UNNAMED 6,810 76 km
2022 CHICO LANE 6,617 58 km
2008 GRAND FALLS 5,851 83 km
2011 CEED FIRE 5,744 87 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 0.5 in Driest
February 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
April 65°F (19°C) 1.1 in
May 74°F (23°C) 1.9 in
June 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in
July 85°F (29°C) 1.4 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 1.8 in
September 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in Wettest
October 65°F (19°C) 2.0 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
December 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in Coldest

Rankin has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 46°F in December to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.5").

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Rankin is located in Reagan County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 7.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 84.3% of the vote, a 69.4-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 69.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+76.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score3.79
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,122/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyReagan County County

Services

Broadband Access79.7%
Avg Download Speed18.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed250 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants13
Retail Stores11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%
Average costs for common services in Rankin. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$489
Toddler$459
Preschool$446
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$442
Toddler$420
Preschool$416
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Reagan County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Mining & Oil/Gas 590 38 $121,630 90.48
Transportation & Warehousing 194 9 $97,054 2.66
Retail Trade 101 12 $37,347 0.59
Agriculture & Forestry 30 13 $56,617 2.15
Other Services 19 8 $48,863 0.37

Hospitals in Rankin

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
RANKIN HOSPITAL MEDICAL CLINIC Critical Access Hospitals — Yes (432) 693-2443

Schools in Rankin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
RANKIN SCHOOL Other 318 44 7.2:1
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Radio Stations near Rankin

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Rankin

1 national parks and monuments found near Rankin.

ParkTypeFee
Monahans Sandhills State Park State Park Free

Libraries in Rankin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
RANKIN PUBLIC LIBRARY310 E 10TH ST0.032,214

Cell Towers in Rankin

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Rankin site) HWY 349 E ON US 67 3M CTY RD 220 STOWER172
King Mtn Site 2.6 miles W of State Route 2463 & 3.0 miles SW of State Route 329TOWER96
3300 CR 465 (77916)GTOWER79
3300 CR 465 (77916)GTOWER79

Bridges in Rankin

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1931232,879F
Tee BeamConcrete19312852,484F
CulvertConcrete1966602,302F
CulvertConcrete1966682,302F
CulvertConcrete1966332,302F
Tee BeamConcrete19311711,858F
CulvertConcrete2003371,464G
CulvertConcrete2003311,464G
CulvertConcrete2003521,464G
CulvertConcrete2003411,464G
CulvertConcrete19663441,296F
Tee BeamConcrete19302591,193G
CulvertMasonry1939571,034F
CulvertConcrete193092811F
CulvertConcrete195126721F
CulvertConcrete195152721F
CulvertConcrete195129721F
CulvertConcrete195137721F
Tee BeamConcrete1930200687F
Tee BeamConcrete1930285687F
CulvertConcrete1969102475G
CulvertConcrete196926475G
CulvertConcrete196926460G
CulvertConcrete196926460G
CulvertConcrete196926460G
CulvertConcrete196935460G

Correctional Facilities in Rankin

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
UPTON COUNTY JAIL1106 GRAND STREETCOUNTY4254OPEN

Airports Near Rankin

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Midland International Air and Space PortMAFMedium Airport
Bruton Aerial Spraying Airport—Small Airport
Canon Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Crane County AirportCCGSmall Airport
Cross L Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Evridge Farms Airport—Small Airport
Garden City Airport—Small Airport
Glass Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Iraan Municipal AirportIRBSmall Airport
J-Bar Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Manny Ranch Airport—Small Airport
McKenzie Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Odessa Schlemeyer FieldODTSmall Airport
Ozona Municipal AirportOZASmall Airport
Rankin Airport—Small Airport
Reagan County Airport—Small Airport
Second F Airport—Small Airport
Sheffield East Airport—Small Airport
Skywest Inc Airport—Small Airport
Smokey Mountain Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Tres Amigos Airport—Small Airport
Upton County Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Rankin

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Upton County Sheriffs Office1106 North Grand Street

Grocery Stores in Rankin

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven Inc. 42551Convenience Store210 W Hwy 67
Allsups 102406Convenience Store163 North Hwy 329

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rankin

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ABC MINISTRYPO BOX 65
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 448
ST THOMAS CATHOLIC CHURCH-MIDKIFF13100 N FM 2401
ST THOMAS CATHOLIC CHURCH-RANKIN110 HWY 67
UNITED STATES CATHOLIC CONFERENCE110 HWY 67
UNITED STATES CATHOLIC CONFERENCE13100 N FM 2401

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Historic Markers
14
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
6
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rankin

What is the population of Rankin?

Rankin has a population of 1,189 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,122 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 45.4% female and 54.6% male.

Is Rankin expensive to live in?

Rankin has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $72,083, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $119,000 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $664 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rankin safe?

Rankin is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 159 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 397 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Rankin receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rankin?

Rankin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Rankin?

Rankin has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,564. There are 154 business establishments in the area, including 13 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rankin?

The median home value in Rankin is $119,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,483. For renters, the median monthly rent is $664. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.3%. The average annual property tax is $2,900.

How are the schools in Rankin?

Schools in Rankin have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 7.9% of adults in Rankin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rankin?

The obesity rate in Rankin is 37.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 28.8% are physically inactive. 23.6% of residents report depression. 19.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,253.

What is transportation like in Rankin?

The average commute in Rankin is 27 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rankin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rankin is 62% White, 0.9% Black or African American. 74.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 25.5% speak Spanish. 2.6% of the population are military veterans. 11.8% of residents have a disability. 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

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