Fort Stockton, Texas
Fort Stockton: city in Texas
About
Fort Stockton is a city located in the county of Pecos in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,283 and a population density of 598 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,373 inhabitants.
The city was created 167 years ago in 1858.
Quick Facts about Fort Stockton
| Population | 8,373 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Pecos County |
| Postal code | 79735 |
| Phone Area Codes | 432 |
| Area | 13.84 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 30.8940,-102.8793 |
| Altitude | 2,972 feet / 906 meters |
| Capital city | Fort Stockton is capital of Pecos County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1859 (167 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 04:17:32 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 605 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.07% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 92℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Fort Stockton is located at 30°53'39"N 102°52'46"W (30.8940400, -102.8793200).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 92. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Fort Stockton increased by 1.07% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,283 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,405 | 1.45% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,326 | -0.95% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,371 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,443 | 0.85% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,531 | 1.03% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,396 | -1.61% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,376 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,383 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,421 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,373 | -0.57% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Fort Stockton
1Pecos County AG Extension Services
100 E Division St, Fort Stockton, TX 79735, United States View details
Phone: +14323362541
2USDA Rural Development
2306 W Dickinson Blvd, Fort Stockton, TX 79735, United States View details
Phone: +14323367585 | Website available
3US Agricultural Department
N Hwy 285, Fort Stockton, TX 79735, United States View details
Phone: +14323363303 | Website available
People born in Fort Stockton (10)
People born in Fort Stockton, including hunter Saxton Pope, baseball player Bill Greif, professional golfer Blaine McCallister, .
More notable people
- Kendall L. Card (vice admiral of the United States Navy) he was born in 15/07/1955
- Luke Kenley (American politician) he was born in 28/03/1945
- Walter L. Buenger (American historian) he was born in 19/01/1951
- Clayton W. Williams, Sr. (American oilman) he was born in 15/04/1895
- George Shirkey (American-football player (1936-)) he was born in 20/08/1936
- Terri Hoffman (religious cult leader known for the mysterious deaths of her followers) she was born in 21/03/1938
- Donnie Condit (American politician) he was born in 11/12/1956
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Fort Stockton, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALP | Alpine | 102 West Holland Ave. | RAIL |
| SND | Sanderson | 201 West Downey Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Fort Stockton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Stockton Post Office | Fort Stockton (TX) | 79735 |
Other cities in Pecos County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Pecos County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Iraan | 1,221 | City in Pecos County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Fort Stockton distances to largest Texas cities