Iraan, Texas facts for kids
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Iraan, Texas
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Location of Iraan, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Pecos |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.62 sq mi (1.60 km2) |
| • Land | 0.62 sq mi (1.60 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,221 ft (677 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,055 |
| • Density | 1,702/sq mi (659/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
79744
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| Area code(s) | 432 |
| FIPS code | 48-36128 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1360022 |
Iraan is a small city in Pecos County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,055 people lived there. The city's name comes from the first names of Ira and Ann Yates. They owned the ranch land where the town was built.
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History of Iraan
How Iraan Became an Oil Town
Iraan grew very quickly because of oil. In 1926, a huge oil field called the Yates Oil Field was found nearby. This discovery made Iraan an "oil boom town." This means many people moved there to work in the oil industry.
The first buildings were homes and facilities for oil workers. These were built by the Big Lake Oil Company. Over time, other companies like Plymouth Oil, Ohio Oil, and Marathon Oil owned the field. Today, Kinder Morgan owns it.
Early Days and Growth
By 1927, Iraan had its own school. A post office opened in 1928. The town's population grew to about 1,600 people by 1930.
Another oil town called Redbarn appeared about 3 miles (5 km) south of Iraan. Redbarn was mostly tents and small shacks. It was very close to Ira Yates's ranch. Ira Yates gave 152 acres (0.62 km²) of his land to Iraan. This helped Iraan grow even more. Redbarn was eventually abandoned in 1952. It never had more than 75 permanent residents.
Famous Resident: V.T. Hamlin
One well-known person from Iraan was V.T. Hamlin. He created the famous comic strip Alley Oop. Hamlin worked in Iraan during the oil boom in the late 1920s. He got the idea for his comic strip there. Alley Oop was first published in 1932. Today, a park in Iraan is named after the comic strip.
Community Challenges
In 2021, Iraan faced health challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic in Texas. Like many places, the community worked to manage the spread of the virus.
Geography of Iraan
Where is Iraan Located?
Iraan is located at 30°54′49″N 101°53′55″W / 30.91361°N 101.89861°W. The city covers about 0.6 square miles (1.6 km²), and all of it is land. Two main roads, State Highway 349 and U.S. Highway 190, meet in Iraan. The Pecos River flows around the north and east sides of the town.
Iraan's Climate
Iraan has a semiarid climate. This means it is generally dry, but not a true desert. On climate maps, this type of climate is called BSk.
People of Iraan (Demographics)
Population Changes Over Time
The population of Iraan has changed over the years. Here's how many people lived there during different census years:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 1,255 | — | |
| 1970 | 996 | −20.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,358 | 36.3% | |
| 1990 | 1,322 | −2.7% | |
| 2000 | 1,238 | −6.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,229 | −0.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,055 | −14.2% | |
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Who Lives in Iraan? (2020 Census)
The 2020 United States census counted 1,055 people living in Iraan. There were 384 households and 291 families. The table below shows the different groups of people living in Iraan in 2020.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 366 | 34.69% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 1 | 0.09% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 6 | 0.57% |
| Asian (NH) | 10 | 0.95% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 17 | 1.61% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 655 | 62.09% |
| Total | 1,055 |
Education in Iraan
Students in Iraan attend public schools run by the Iraan-Sheffield Independent School District.
See also
In Spanish: Iraan (Texas) para niños
