China Spring, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

China Spring is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,420. Residents earn $73,850 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,420 Population 307/sq mi density
$73,850 Median Income $28,141 per capita
$212,500 Home Value $425,412 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,850 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$212,500 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,850
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

How China Spring Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,420
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density307/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,850
Per Capita$28,141
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$212,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$425,412

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation596 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Libraries9

Is China Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, China Spring receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. China Spring offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in China Spring is $73,850, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in China Spring is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

China Spring enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

China Spring has a population of 1,420 with a density of 307 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,420
Total Population
307
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

China Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

China Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in China Spring is $73,850, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: China Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,850
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,141
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$72,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,039
County GDP$18,479M

Business (County)

Restaurants607
Healthcare682
Retail879
Manufacturing250

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in China Spring is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $425,412.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,500
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$425,412

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In China Spring, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: China Spring vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities682

Crime Rates: China Spring vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Safety Score

China Spring has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation596 ft (182 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density307/sq mi
Coordinates31.6492°N, 97.3048°W
County FIPS48309
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density307/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants607
Retail Stores879

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home9.6%

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