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Roaring Springs, TX

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Roaring Springs is a small town in Texas with a population of 256. Residents earn $36,827 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
256 Population 242/sq mi density
$36,827 Median Income $21,693 per capita
$43,300 Home Value
$839 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,827 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$43,300 home value, $839/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,827
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $43,300
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population256
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,827
Per Capita$21,693
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$115M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$43,300
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units104
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking16.3%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,504 ft (763 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+80.2%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute22 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries1

Is Roaring Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roaring 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Roaring Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roaring Springs is $36,827, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roaring Springs is $43,300, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Roaring Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Roaring Springs has a population of 256 with a density of 242 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

256
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Roaring Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roaring Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roaring Springs is $36,827, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Roaring Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,827
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,693
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$52,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)64
County GDP$115M

Business (County)

Healthcare4
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone52.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Roaring Springs is $43,300, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,300
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.9%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

In Roaring Springs, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,740
Mental Health1:1,711
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death11,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.3%
Healthcare Facilities4
Roaring Springs has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.0 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.0 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,504 ft (763 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates33.8992°N, 100.8561°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.3-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+80.2%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone52.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.7%

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