Marlin, Texas
Marlin: city in Texas, USA
About
Marlin is a city located in the county of Falls in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,967 and a population density of 505 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,551 inhabitants.
The city was created 192 years ago in 1833.
Quick Facts about Marlin
| Population | 5,551 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Falls County |
| Postal code | 76661 |
| Phone Area Codes | 254 |
| Area | 11.83 km2 |
| Official name | Marlin |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.3063,-96.8980 |
| Altitude | 390 feet / 119 meters |
| Capital city | Marlin is capital of Falls County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1834 (192 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 16:52:50 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 469 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.49% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Marlin is located at 31°18'23"N 96°53'53"W (31.3062900, -96.8980400).
Marlin map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Marlin decreased by 7.49% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,967 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,921 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,798 | -2.12% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,754 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,652 | -1.8% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,620 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,652 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,639 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,578 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,581 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,551 | -0.54% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Marlin
1Marlin City Hall
101 Fortune St, Marlin, TX 76661 View details
Phone: +12548831450 | Website available
2USDA Service Center
107 Hwy 6, Marlin, TX 76661, United States View details
Website available
3Building Official
101 Fortune St, Marlin, TX 76661 View details
Phone: +12548831475
4Marlin City Secretary
101 Fortune St, Marlin, TX 76661 View details
Phone: +12548831474
5Marlin City Garage
233 Commerce St, Marlin, TX 76661 View details
Phone: +12548032967
People born in Marlin (21)
People born in Marlin, including soul-jazz musician Bobbi Humphrey, boxer Bruce Curry, United States federal judge Ben Clarkson Connally, .
More notable people
- Ben Herbert Rice, Jr. (United States federal judge) he was born in 12/12/1889
- Conway Baker (American football player (1911-1997)) he was born in 09/09/1911
- Coryell Judie (American football player) he was born in 14/10/1987
- Curtis Modkins (American football coach) he was born in 15/11/1970
- Fred Washington (American football player (1944-1990)) he was born in 14/06/1944
- Irby Curry (American football player (1894-1918)) he was born in 04/08/1894
- Lenoy Jones (American football player) he was born in 25/09/1974
- Matterral Richardson (Player of American football) he was born in 30/06/1985
- Peggy Little (American musician) she was born in 12/07/1942
- Phillip Wellman (Minor League Baseball player and manager) he was born in 05/12/1961
- Pierce Holt (American football player) he was born in 01/01/1962
- Walter Scott Smith, Jr. (United States federal judge) he was born in 26/10/1940
- Bob Reeves (actor (1892-1960)) he was born in 28/01/1892
- Mullie Lenoir (American football player and coach (1897-1979)) he was born in 19/01/1897
- Charles Bartlett (College football player (1899-1965)) he was born in 14/06/1899
- Ernie Kirk he was born in 14/04/1952
- Jeremy Modkins he was born in 18/05/1982
- Margaret Carney (Director of service clubs at North Camp Hood during World War II) she was born in 07/10/1911
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Marlin, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 223232 | Baylor University | Waco (TX) | 76798 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Marlin, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WCX | Waco, TX | 301 South 8th Street | BUS |
| TPL | Temple | 315 West Ave B | RAIL |
| MCG | McGregor | 1 Amtrak Blvd. | RAIL |
| KIL | Killeen, Texas | 200 East Avenue C | BUS |
| FHD | Fort Hood, Texas | Hood Road & Old Ironsides Ave. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Marlin.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Marlin Post Office | Marlin (TX) | 76661 |
Other cities in Falls County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Falls County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Rosebud | 1,344 | Human settlement in Falls County, Texas, United States of America |
| Lott | 744 | City in Falls County, Texas, United States |
| Golinda | 610 | City in Falls County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Marlin distances to largest Texas cities