Median Income
$63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,900
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$644
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.0%
27% lower than US avg
How Big Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population479
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density1,089/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$30,060
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$88M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,900
Rent$644
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,751
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation3,370 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute19 min
Libraries2
Is Big Springs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Big Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Big Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Big Springs is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Big Springs is $94,900, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $644 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Big Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Big Springs has a population of 479 with a density of 1,089 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 6.5% Hispanic.
Population
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Big Springs vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.1% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| 56% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Big Springs vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Big Springs is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: Big Springs vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,750 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,060 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $761 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,699 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 78 |
| County GDP | $88M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |
The median home value in Big Springs is $94,900, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $644 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,751.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,900 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $183,751 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $644 |
| 45% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Big Springs, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Big Springs vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,402/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.1% |
Crime Rates: Big Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Big Springs has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.6 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,370 ft (1,027 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,089/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0609°N, 102.0745°W |
| County FIPS | 31049 |