At a Glance
Median Income
$35,938
$22,841 per capita
Bachelor's Degree+
18.2%
100.0% high school+
Unemployment
0.0%
60.0% poverty rate
Obesity Rate
37.8%
20.5% smoking rate
How Big Spring Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Big Spring's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Thin vertical line = U.S. national average (100%)
Is Big Spring a Good Place to Live?
C+
2.5 / 5.0 - Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.
Economy & Jobs
Big Spring residents earn a median household income of $35,938 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149.
Per capita income is $22,841. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 60.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Education
18.2% of adults in Big Spring hold a bachelor's degree or higher
(46% below the national average).
100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Big Spring has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C).
Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches.
Data Overview
People
Population29
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Foreign Born0.0%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$35,938
Per Capita$22,841
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty60.0%
Housing
Home Value
Rent
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$223,671
Housing Units35
Rent Burden27.9%
Health
Obesity37.8%
Diabetes11.2%
Smoking20.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation558 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.5/10
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations5
Did You Know?
The median home in Big Spring was built in 1966.
The nearest airport is Columbia Regional (40 miles).
13.8% of the population has a disability.