Fort Clark Springs, TX

Texas

Fort Clark Springs is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,146. Residents earn $73,503 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,146 Population 386/sq mi density
$73,503 Median Income $56,440 per capita
$114,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,503 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,600 home value
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,503
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Fort Clark Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,146
Median Age64.2 yrs
Density386/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,503
Per Capita$56,440
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$162M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Elevation1,086 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute9 min

Is Fort Clark Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Clark Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Fort Clark Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Clark Springs is $73,503, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Clark Springs is $114,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Clark Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Fort Clark Springs has a population of 1,146 with a density of 386 people per square mile. The median age is 64.2 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%).

Population

1,146
Total Population
386
People / sq mi
64.2yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Clark Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Clark Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Clark Springs is $73,503, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Fort Clark Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,503
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$56,440
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$58,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$162M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Clark Springs is $114,600, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,600
59% below US avg

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-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

In Fort Clark Springs, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Clark Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death9,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.0/10
Exercise Access95.7%

Crime Rates: Fort Clark Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Fort Clark Springs has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates29.2938°N, 100.4255°W
County FIPS48271
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density386/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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