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Big Wells, TX

Texas · Dimmit County

Big Wells is a small town in Texas with a population of 420. Residents earn $29,135 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
420 Population 750/sq mi density
$29,135 Median Income $18,130 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $92,393 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 324 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$29,135 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $738/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,135
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.2%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.4%
250% higher than US avg

How Big Wells Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population420
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density750/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 35%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$29,135
Per Capita$18,130
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty43.4%
County GDP$3,641M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$92,393
Housing Units282
Rent Burden21.1%

Health

Obesity47.2%
Uninsured47.2%
Smoking20.6%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease8.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+55.9%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 52%
Commute42 min
Broadband63.2%
Libraries1

Is Big Wells a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Wells receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Big Wells has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Wells is $29,135, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 43.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Wells is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Wells has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 324 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Big Wells has a population of 420 with a density of 750 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35%).

Population

420
Total Population
750
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Wells vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only37.6%
52% below US avg
Spanish62.4%
366% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Wells vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Wells is $29,135, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 43.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Big Wells vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,135
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,130
Avg Weekly Wage$1,424
IRS Avg AGI$53,267

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate43.4%
250% above US avg
Establishments (County)317
County GDP$3,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare26
Retail31
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,317
80% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.9 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Wells is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $92,393.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$92,393

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.9%
Housing Units282
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,317
80% above US avg
Effective Rate8.42%
In Big Wells, 47.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 47.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 51.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Wells vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.2%
47% above US avg
Diabetes21.9%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD8.7%
Cancer4.2%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity51.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress22.0%
Short Sleep43.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.8%
Uninsured47.2%
449% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,824
Dentists1:2,796
Mental Health1:2,752
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits35.2%
Premature Death14,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.4/10
Exercise Access80.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Big Wells has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.5 inches. The area enjoys 324 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.5 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density750/sq mi
Coordinates28.5699°N, 99.5702°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyDimmit County County
County FIPS48127
Big Wells is located in Dimmit County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.3-point margin. 63.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 3.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+55.9%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density750/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyDimmit County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants25
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.9 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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