Payne Springs, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Kaufman County County
Payne Springs, TX
At a Glance
How Payne Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Payne Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Payne Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Payne Springs residents earn a median household income of $42,841 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,371. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,668 business establishments, including 225 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Payne Springs is $170,200 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $283,195. Median rent is $1,125/month, with 42.7% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Payne Springs reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,194/100K.
Education
15.0% of adults in Payne Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Payne Springs has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.