What are the schools like in Rankin, TX?

Rankin is served primarily by RANKIN ISD. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.1:1.

What is the median household income in Rankin?

The median household income in Rankin, TX is $69,261 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.5%.

What is the weather like in Rankin, TX?

Rankin has an average high temperature of 60.5°F in January and 96.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.1 inches.

Rankin, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Rankin, TX affordable or expensive?

Rankin's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rankin is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $120,700 and the median rent is $519 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Rankin, TX?

Rankin has a violent crime rate of 82.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 574.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Rankin, TX a Good Place to Live?

Rankin is a small town of 1,069 in Texas, with a median household income of $69,261 and a 7.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Rankin stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Rankin is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Rankin city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.3

Rankin's overall cost of living index is 87.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rankin costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rankin, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$120,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$519	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,261	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Rankin's violent crime rate is 82.0 per 100,000 residents — 78% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

82.0 /100k

Property Crime

574.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Rankin is served primarily by RANKIN ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Rankin, TX	National Avg
School District	RANKIN ISD	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	75.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rankin sees average highs of 60.5°F in January and 96.3°F in July, with 14.8 inches of annual precipitation and 1.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rankin, TX
Average High — January	60.5°F
Average High — July	96.3°F
Annual Precipitation	14.8"
Annual Snowfall	1.1"

Demographics

Metric	Rankin, TX	National Avg
Population	1,069	—
Median Age	40.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	62.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	35.1%	18.9%
Asian	1.6%	6.3%
Under 18	26.5%	22.2%
65 and over	12.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

McCamey, TX 18 mi Iraan, TX 22 mi Crane, TX 27 mi Big Lake, TX 29 mi Sheffield, TX 38 mi

ZIP Codes in Rankin

Rankin, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

79778

Rankin vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rankin, TX affordable or expensive?

Rankin's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rankin roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $120,700 and median rent is $519/month.

What is the crime rate in Rankin, TX?

Rankin's violent crime rate is 82.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 574.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Rankin?

Public schools in Rankin are operated by RANKIN ISD. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.1:1. 10.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Rankin, TX a good place to live?

Rankin, TX has a population of 1,069, a median household income of $69,261, and an unemployment rate of 7.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Rankin?

Rankin averages 60.5°F in January and 96.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 14.8 inches with about 1.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Rankin?

Rankin, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 79778.

What is the population of Rankin?

The population of Rankin, Texas is 1,069 with a median age of 40.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rankin?

Key numbers for living in Rankin: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $120,700, median household income $69,261, crime index 24 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rankin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.