Hallsville, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Hallsville is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,496. Residents earn $71,369 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,496 Population 1,127/sq mi density
$71,369 Median Income $33,688 per capita
$194,600 Home Value $286,981 Zillow
$1,220 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
281 Violent Crime/100K 716 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,369 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,600 home value, $1,220/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
281 violent crimes/100K (26% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,369
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $194,600
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 281/100K
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.1%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,220
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,496
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density1,127/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,369
Per Capita$33,688
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$5,676M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,600
Rent$1,220
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,981

Crime

F
Violent281/100K
Property716/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault281/100K
Burglary179/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation359 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute18 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Hallsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hallsville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hallsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hallsville is $71,369, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hallsville is $194,600, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,220 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hallsville is below the national average at 281 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 716 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hallsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hallsville has a population of 4,496 with a density of 1,127 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

4,496
Total Population
1,127
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hallsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hallsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hallsville is $71,369, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Hallsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,369
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,688
Avg Weekly Wage$1,196
IRS Avg AGI$71,225

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,456
County GDP$5,676M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare108
Retail191
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,264
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hallsville is $194,600, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,220 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,981.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,600
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,981
Median List Price$434,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$434,450
$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops19.4%
Inventory31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,220
5% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,264
50% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Hallsville, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hallsville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death10,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Hallsville has a violent crime rate of 281 per 100,000 residents, 26% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 716 per 100,000 (63% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent281.2/100K
26% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault281.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property715.8/100K
63% below US avg
Burglary178.9/100K
Theft460.1/100K
Vehicle Theft76.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hallsville has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation359 ft (109 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density1,127/sq mi
Coordinates32.4992°N, 94.5678°W
County FIPS48203
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,127/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants113
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home9.6%

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