Big Spring, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Howard County County
Big Spring, TX
At a Glance
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)
Is Big Spring a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Big Spring residents earn a median household income of $70,532 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,746. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 922 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Big Spring is $138,800 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $146,602. Median rent is $1,009/month, with 27.5% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Big Spring reports 772 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 103% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,810/100K.
Education
14.0% of adults in Big Spring hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 79.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Big Spring 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 19.6 inches.