Wheeler, Texas
Wheeler: city in Texas, United States
About
Wheeler is a city located in the county of Wheeler in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,592 and a population density of 402 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,456 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Wheeler
| Population | 1,456 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Wheeler County |
| Postal code | 79096 |
| Phone Area Codes | 806 |
| Area | 3.96 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.4453,-100.2710 |
| Named for | Royall T. Wheeler |
| Altitude | 2,507 feet / 764 meters |
| Capital city | Wheeler is capital of Wheeler County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 00:38:50 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 367 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -9.34% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 90℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Wheeler is located at 35°26'43"N 100°16'15"W (35.4453300, -100.2709600).
Wheeler map
Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Wheeler
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Wheeler decreased by 9.34% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,592 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,583 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,620 | 2.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,657 | 2.23% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,649 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,640 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,602 | -2.37% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,541 | -3.96% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,504 | -2.46% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,477 | -1.83% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,456 | -1.44% | estimation process |
Closest post offices linked to Wheeler.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wheeler Post Office | Wheeler (TX) | 79096 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Wheeler, Michigan township in Gratiot County, Michigan with a population of 2,648 people.
- Wheeler, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 1,235 people.
- Wheeler, Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 446 people.
- Wheeler, Wisconsin village in Dunn County with a population of 353 people.
- Wheeler, Illinois human settlement in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 146 people.
Other cities in Wheeler County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wheeler County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Shamrock | 1,989 | City in Texas |
| Mobeetie | 92 | City in Wheeler County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Wheeler distances to largest Texas cities