Indian Springs, TX

Texas

Indian Springs is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,008. Residents earn $63,500 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,008 Population 554/sq mi density
$63,500 Median Income $24,258 per capita
$87,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,500 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,100 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,500
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,008
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density554/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,500
Per Capita$24,258
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,866M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation361 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+73.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Libraries3

Is Indian Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indian Springs 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. Indian Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indian Springs is $63,500, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indian Springs is $87,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Indian Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Indian Springs has a population of 1,008 with a density of 554 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 9.7% Hispanic.

Population

1,008
Total Population
554
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Indian Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Indian Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indian Springs is $63,500, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Indian Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,500
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,258
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$71,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$1,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare93
Retail151
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,442
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Indian Springs is $87,100, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,100
69% 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-Occupied92.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,442
84% above US avg
Effective Rate7.40%
In Indian Springs, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death13,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities93

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Indian Springs has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density554/sq mi
Coordinates30.6876°N, 94.7462°W
County FIPS48373
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+73.9%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density554/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants84
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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