Dripping Springs, Texas
Dripping Springs: city in Texas
About
Dripping Springs is a city located in the county of Hays in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,788 and a population density of 108 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,587 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Dripping Springs
| Population | 6,587 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Hays County |
| Postal code | 78620 |
| Area | 16.57 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 30.1902,-98.0867 |
| Altitude | 1,148 feet / 350 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:59:50 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 398 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 72.86% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Dripping Springs is located at 30°11'25"N 98°5'12"W (30.1902100, -98.0866800).
Dripping Springs map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. South southeast win...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Dripping Springs increased by 72.86% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,788 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,208 | 19.02% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,257 | 2.17% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,277 | 0.88% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,414 | 5.68% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,669 | 9.55% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,305 | 19.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,049 | 18.37% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,835 | 16.26% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,708 | 15.29% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,587 | 13.34% | estimation process |
People born in Dripping Springs (2)
People born in Dripping Springs, including journalist E. D. Hill, politician Patrick Rose, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Dripping Springs, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429094 | AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine | Austin (TX) | 78745 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Dripping Springs, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUS | Austin | 250 North Lamar Blvd. | RAIL |
| SMC | San Marcos Station | 338 South Guadalupe St. | RAIL |
| TAY | Taylor | 118 East First St. | RAIL |
| SAS | San Antonio Station | 350 Hoefgen Street | RAIL |
| KIL | Killeen, Texas | 200 East Avenue C | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Dripping Springs.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dripping Spring Post Office | Dripping Springs (TX) | 78620 |
Other cities in Hays County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hays County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| San Marcos | 66,350 | The most populous city in Hays County, Texas. |
| Kyle | 51,558 | A city in Hays County, Texas. |
| Buda | 17,544 | City in Hays County, Texas, United States |
| Wimberley | 3,422 | City in Texas |
| Woodcreek | 1,758 | City in Hays County, Texas, United States |
| Mountain City | 810 | City in Hays County, Texas, United States |
| Hays | 283 | City in Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Dripping Springs distances to largest Texas cities