Randall County, Texas
Randall County: County in Texas, United States
About
Randall County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 120,725 and a population density of 51 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 139,899 inhabitants. Its county seat is Canyon. The county was created 135 years ago in 1888.
Randall County is located in the Texas Panhandle, just south of Amarillo. The county seat is Canyon. With a population around 150,000, Randall County combines agriculture with urban growth.
History of Randall County
Randall County was established in 1876 and named after Horace Randal, a Confederate brigadier general. The economy started as strictly ranching and farming.
In the late 1800s, rail lines connecting Chicago to Texas expanded through the county, fostering growth in Canyon. The discovery of oil and gas in the 1920s further spurred development.
Economy and Industry in Randall County
Major elements today include:
- Agriculture, especially cattle and cotton
- Oil and gas production from the Palo Duro Basin
- Education and healthcare via West Texas A&M University and medical centers
- Industry including meat packing plants and manufacturing
- A growing service sector in Amarillo metro area
Randall County produces over 5.5 million barrels of oil annually.
Attractions and Things to Do in Randall County
Top attractions in Randall County include:
- Palo Duro Canyon State Park with hiking, biking, and camping
- Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum in Canyon
- Amarillo Botanical Gardens and Amarillo Zoo
- Wonderland Amusement Park with roller coasters and rides
- Local events like the Tri-State Fair & Rodeo
Randall County blends Panhandle history, college town vibes, urban entertainment and outdoor adventure.
Quick Facts about Randall County
| Population : | 139,899 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Area : | 2389 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 1.2% |
| Land as percent of area : | 98.8% |
| Named for : | Horace Randal |
| Altitude : | 3,491 feet / 1064 meters |
| Capital : | Canyon |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1889 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 01:48:14 (19th April 2024) |
| Density : | 59 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 13.71% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Randall County is located at 34°57'57"N 101°53'49"W (34.9658500, -101.8969500). It has 6 neighbors: Oldham County, Armstrong County, Carson County, Castro County, Deaf Smith County and Swisher County.
Randall County map
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The largest city of Randall County is Lake Tanglewood with a population of 898. Other cities include and Palisades population 367. See all Randall County cities & populated places.
Randall County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Randall County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Canyon | 13,303 | City in Randall County, Texas, United States |
| Lake Tanglewood | 898 | Human settlement in Randall County, Texas, United States |
| Timbercreek Canyon | 479 | Village in Texas, United States |
| Palisades | 367 | Human settlement in Randall County, Texas, United States of America |
- Official Website
Official website of Randall County
Randall County has 6 neighbours.
- Oldham County county in Texas, United States
- Armstrong County county in Texas, United States
- Carson County county in Texas, United States
- Castro County county in Texas, United States
- Deaf Smith County county in Texas, United States
- Swisher County county in Texas, United States
- Canyon
Demographics
The population of Randall County increased by 13.71% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 120,725 | - | census |
| 2011 | 123,424 | 2.19% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 124,975 | 1.24% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 126,753 | 1.4% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 128,733 | 1.54% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 130,368 | 1.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 132,342 | 1.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 134,015 | 1.25% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 135,691 | 1.24% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 137,713 | 1.47% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 139,899 | 1.56% | estimation process |
Texas Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Harris County | 4,738,253 | County in Texas, United States |
| Dallas County | 2,635,888 | County in Texas, United States |
| Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
| Tarrant County | 2,123,347 | County in Texas, United States |
| Bexar County | 2,026,823 | County in Texas, United States |
| San Antonio | 1,567,118 | The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area. |
| Dallas | 1,343,266 | The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Travis County | 1,300,503 | County in Texas, United States |
| Collin County | 1,072,069 | County in Texas, United States |
| Austin | 995,484 | The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area. |
| Fort Worth | 927,720 | The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Denton County | 919,324 | County in Texas, United States |
| Montopolis | 912,791 | A neighborhood located in Austin, Texas. |
| Hidalgo County | 875,200 | County in New Mexico, United States |
| El Paso County | 841,286 | County in Texas, United States |
| Fort Bend County | 839,706 | County in Texas, United States |
