Elgin, Texas
Elgin: city in Bastrop and Travis Counties in the U.
About
Elgin is a city located in the county of Bastrop in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,135 and a population density of 542 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 10,756 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Elgin
| Population | 10,756 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Bastrop County |
| Postal code | 78621 |
| Area | 15.01 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 30.3497,-97.3703 |
| Altitude | 581 feet / 177 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:54:35 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 717 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 24.37% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Elgin is located at 30°20'59"N 97°22'13"W (30.3496500, -97.3702700).
Elgin map
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Weather
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7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Elgin increased by 24.37% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,135 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,358 | 2.67% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,577 | 2.55% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,640 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,836 | 2.22% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,222 | 4.19% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,629 | 4.23% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,902 | 2.76% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 10,172 | 2.65% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 10,314 | 1.38% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 10,756 | 4.11% | estimation process |
People born in Elgin (6)
People born in Elgin, including electrical engineer E. Finley Carter, politician Grier Raggio, baseball player Ray Culp, .
More notable people
- Jake Helgren he was born in 28/11/1981
- Chester Snowden (American painter) he was born in 01/01/1900
- Dorothy Doolittle (American marathon runner and athletics coach) she was born in 01/01/1946
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Elgin, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 437635 | The College of Health Care Professions-Austin | Austin (TX) | 78723 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Elgin, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAY | Taylor | 118 East First St. | RAIL |
| AUS | Austin | 250 North Lamar Blvd. | RAIL |
| SMC | San Marcos Station | 338 South Guadalupe St. | RAIL |
| TPL | Temple | 315 West Ave B | RAIL |
| KIL | Killeen, Texas | 200 East Avenue C | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Elgin.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Elgin Post Office | Elgin (TX) | 78621 |
Other places with the same name (11)
- Elgin, Illinois The second most populous city in Kane County, Illinois. with a population of 110,196 people.
- Elgin, Oklahoma City in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States with a population of 3,236 people.
- Elgin, Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 1,801 people.
- Elgin, South Carolina human settlement in Kershaw County, South Carolina, United States of America with a population of 1,585 people.
- Elgin, Minnesota city in Wabasha County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 734 people.
- Elgin, Iowa city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States with a population of 620 people.
- Elgin, Nebraska city in Antelope County, Nebraska, United States with a population of 613 people.
- Elgin, North Dakota city in North Dakota, United States with a population of 583 people.
- Elgin, Pennsylvania borough of Pennsylvania with a population of 204 people.
- Elgin, Kansas human settlement in Chautauqua County, Kansas, United States of America with a population of 79 people.
- Elgin, Ohio village in Ohio, United States with a population of 55 people.
Other cities in Bastrop County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Bastrop County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bastrop | 9,743 | City in Texas, USA |
| Camp Swift | 6,383 | Census designated place |
| Smithville | 4,664 | City in Texas |
| Colorado | 3,875 | City in Texas, United States of America |
| Wyldwood | 2,505 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Elgin distances to largest Texas cities