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Rotan, TX

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Population
1,333
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,950 ft
Median Home Value
$54,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$604/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,289
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Rotan

Rotan is a quiet West Texas town in Fisher County with a population of about 1,300. Located northwest of Abilene near the Double Mountain Fork of the Brazos River, it offers open landscapes and an easygoing rural pace. The town has long been shaped by farming, ranching, and gypsum mining, creating a close-knit, hardworking community. Local sports and events through the Rotan Independent School District bring residents together throughout the year. For newcomers looking for affordable living, friendly neighbors, and space to spread out, Rotan is a welcoming place to call home.

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