Pampa, Texas
Pampa: city in Texas, United States
About
Pampa is a city located in the county of Gray in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,994 and a population density of 771 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 16,860 inhabitants.
The city was created 138 years ago in 1887.
Quick Facts about Pampa
| Population | 16,860 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Gray County |
| Postal code | 79065–79066 |
| Phone Area Codes | 806 |
| Area | 23.35 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.5362,-100.9599 |
| Altitude | 3,238 feet / 987 meters |
| Capital city | Pampa is capital of Gray County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1888 (138 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 11:16:12 (12th April 2026) |
| Density | 722 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.73% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 84℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Pampa is located at 35°32'10"N 100°57'36"W (35.5361600, -100.9598700).
Pampa map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Pampa decreased by 6.73% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,994 | - | census |
| 2011 | 18,081 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 18,295 | 1.17% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 18,362 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 18,365 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 18,218 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 17,776 | -2.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 17,426 | -2.01% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 17,214 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 17,068 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 16,860 | -1.23% | estimation process |
People born in Pampa (21)
People born in Pampa, including United States general Kenneth Minihan, Recipient of the Purple Heart medal Les Brownlee, football player, linebacker Zach Thomas, .
More notable people
- Cody Canada (American musician) he was born in 25/05/1976
- Dave Melton (American baseball player) he was born in 03/10/1928
- Dunny Goode (American football coach) he was born in 24/10/1929
- Gary Webb (professional golfer) he was born in 17/07/1961
- Gerald J. Ford (American banker) he was born in 01/01/1945
- Kevin Adams (American lighting designer) he was born in 26/06/1962
- Mary Castle (actress (1931-1998)) she was born in 22/01/1931
- Mary Rose O'Reilley (American writer) she was born in 01/01/1944
- Stephen B. Oates (American historian) he was born in 05/01/1936
- Warren Chisum (American politician) he was born in 04/07/1938
- John Jenkins (American football player and coach, Canadian football coach) he was born in 20/06/1952
- Gene Cockrell (American football player) he was born in 10/06/1934
- Phil Cates (American politician) he was born in 06/01/1947
- Catherine Lee (American painter) she was born in 01/01/1950
- Jerri Sloan Truhill (American aviator) she was born in 12/11/1929
- Larry Rowden (American football linebacker) he was born in 17/03/1949
- Tommy Duniven (American football quarterback) he was born in 20/05/1954
- Forrest Claunch he was born in 26/12/1939
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Pampa, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 224891 | Frank Phillips College | Borger (TX) | 79008-5118 |
Closest post offices linked to Pampa.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pampa Post Office | Pampa (TX) | 79065 |
Other cities in Gray County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Gray County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| McLean | 742 | Town in Gray County, Texas, United States |
| Lefors | 475 | Town of the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Pampa distances to largest Texas cities