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Dripping Springs, TX
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Dripping Springs, TX
At a Glance
How Dripping Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dripping Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dripping Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dripping Springs residents earn a median household income of $106,103 , which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,826. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,330 business establishments, including 582 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dripping Springs is $579,300 , 105% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $681,108. Median rent is $1,985/month, with 29.6% 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 2012.
Safety & Crime
Dripping Springs reports 123 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,785/100K.
Education
63.1% of adults in Dripping Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% above the national average). 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dripping Springs has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.