Big Spring, Texas
Big Spring: city in Texas, United States
About
Big Spring is a city located in the county of Howard in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 27,282 and a population density of 549 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 28,077 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Big Spring
| Population | 28,077 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Howard County |
| Postal code | 79720–79721 |
| Phone Area Codes | 432 |
| Area | 49.69 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.2504,-101.4787 |
| Altitude | 2,441 feet / 744 meters |
| Capital city | Big Spring is capital of Howard County |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 16:48:34 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 565 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.83% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 90℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Big Spring is located at 32°15'1"N 101°28'43"W (32.2504000, -101.4787400).
Big Spring map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 90.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Big Spring
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Big Spring increased by 2.83% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 25,233 | - | statistical updating |
| 2010 | 27,282 | 7.51% | census |
| 2011 | 27,238 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 27,586 | 1.26% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 28,073 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 28,305 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 28,693 | 1.35% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 27,931 | -2.73% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 27,676 | -0.92% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 27,686 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 28,187 | 1.78% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 28,077 | -0.39% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Big Spring
1Big Spring City Council
307 E 4th St, Big Spring, TX 79720 View details
Phone: +14322642401 | Website available
2city hall
706 I-20 Frontage Rd, Big Spring, TX 79720 View details
3CITY OF BIG SPRING ANNEX
217 E 3rd St, Big Spring, TX 79720 View details
Phone: +14322642319 | Website available
4Big Spring City Hall
310 Nolan St, Big Spring, TX 79720 View details
Phone: +14322642346 | Website available
5City Offices
1011 E 2nd St, Big Spring, TX 79720 View details
Phone: +14322642381 | Website available
6City Hall Anex, Code Enforcement
305 Johnson St, Big Spring, TX 79720 View details
7Big Spring Personnel Department
310 Nolan St, Big Spring, TX 79720 View details
Phone: +14322642346 | Website available
8Big Spring City Council Chambers
307 E 4th St, Big Spring, TX 79720 View details
Website available
People born in Big Spring (33)
People born in Big Spring, including actress and singer Betty Buckley, politician, Democratic congressman from Texas J. J. Pickle, football player Ryan Tannehill, .
More notable people
- Dave O'Brien (American actor and director (1912-1969)) he was born in 31/05/1912
- Mike Christie (American ice hockey player) he was born in 20/12/1949
- Bob Flowers (American football player (1917-1962)) he was born in 06/08/1917
- Carl Bunch (American musician) he was born in 24/11/1939
- Charley Johnson (American football player) he was born in 22/11/1938
- Charlie West (American football player) he was born in 31/08/1946
- Dan Birdwell (American football player (1940-1978)) he was born in 14/10/1940
- Harry Hurt (American researcher) he was born in 13/12/1927
- Jack Spikes (American football player) he was born in 05/02/1937
- Janette Luu (American broadcaster) she was born in 18/03/1976
- Jesse Whittenton (American football player, professional golfer (1934-2012)) he was born in 09/05/1934
- Michael Voris (Catholic apologist) he was born in 20/08/1961
- Olie Cordill (American football player (1916-1988)) he was born in 28/04/1916
- Putt Choate (American football player) he was born in 11/12/1956
- Rose Magers (volleyball player) she was born in 25/06/1960
- Sonny Dykes (American college football coach, baseball player and coach) he was born in 09/11/1969
- Stephan Pyles (American chef) he was born in 01/01/2000
- Tony Franklin (Player of American football) he was born in 18/11/1956
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Big Spring, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 225520 | Howard College | Big Spring (TX) | 79720 |
| 382911 | Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf | Big Spring (TX) | 79720-7298 |
Closest post offices linked to Big Spring.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Big Spring Post Office | Big Spring (TX) | 79720 |
Other cities in Howard County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Howard County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Coahoma | 960 | Human settlement in Howard County, Texas, United States of America |
| Forsan | 229 | City in Howard County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Big Spring distances to largest Texas cities