Ballinger, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Runnels County County
Ballinger, TX
At a Glance
How Ballinger Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ballinger's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ballinger a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ballinger residents earn a median household income of $61,250 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,921. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 280 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ballinger is $109,000 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $141,134. Median rent is $935/month, with 17.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Ballinger reports 168 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 617/100K.
Education
18.5% of adults in Ballinger hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ballinger has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches.