About Marlin
Marlin, TX is a close-knit town located in central Texas counting 5,572 people who proudly call it home.
Marlin holds the status of an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 4.52 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,233 residents per square mile.
📰 Marlin News Today
- 2-A-DAYS 2026: Marlin KWTX · Aug 16
- Marlin in deep water due to shallow pockets - KWKT KWKT - FOX 44 · Jun 8
- Aggravated robbery suspect arrested in Marlin after multiple pursuits kcentv.com · Aug 7
- John Feldman Obituary - Marlin, TX Dignity Memorial · May 23
- Freedmen’s Memorial unveiled in Marlin, Texas postandcourier.com · Jul 29
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Marlin Unique
- Part of the fabric of Texas — one of 1,863 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
- Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 5,572.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 12 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Marlin
- D & S Ranch BBQ — barbecue
- 302 Thai Express — chinese
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Marlin
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Marlin
- MARLIN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM
- MARLIN EL
- MARLIN HIGH
- MARLIN MIDDLE
- MARLIN OPPORTUNITY CENTER
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare
- Falls Community Hospital And Clinic · 24/7 ER · Rural Emergency Hospital
Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateTexas
TypeCity
Population (2024)5,572
Rank in state#359 of 1,224
Land area4.52 sq mi
Density1,233/sq mi
Coordinates31.3080, -96.8932