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Big Lake, TX

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Population
2,783
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,689 ft
Median Home Value
$157,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$746/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$71,471
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communitySan Angelo, Texas62 miles away · 100,640 residents.

About Big Lake

Big Lake is a rural city and the county seat of Reagan County, Texas, situated in the Permian Basin region along U.S. Highway 67. Famous for the major 1923 Santa Rita No. 1 oil discovery on University of Texas lands, the energy and ranching hub of approximately 2,990 is served by the Reagan County Independent School District locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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