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Rocksprings, TX

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Rocksprings is a small town in Texas with a population of 721. Residents earn $31,125 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
721 Population 591/sq mi density
$31,125 Median Income $23,292 per capita
$48,000 Home Value
$678 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$31,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,000 home value, $678/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,125
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $678
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population721
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density591/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,125
Per Capita$23,292
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$241M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,000
Rent$678
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units454
Rent Burden19.6%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured31.1%
Smoking13.8%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,379 ft (725 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+59.9%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute18 min
Broadband42.2%
Libraries1

Is Rocksprings a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rocksprings receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Rocksprings offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rocksprings is $31,125, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rocksprings is $48,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $678 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rocksprings enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rocksprings has a population of 721 with a density of 591 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

721
Total Population
591
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rocksprings vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only45.2%
42% below US avg
Spanish54.8%
309% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rocksprings vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rocksprings is $31,125, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Rocksprings vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,125
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,292
Avg Weekly Wage$1,252
IRS Avg AGI$78,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)161
County GDP$241M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare5
Retail24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,680
119% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate16.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rocksprings is $48,000, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $678 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,000
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$678
42% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.4%
Housing Units454
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,680
119% above US avg
Effective Rate16.00%
In Rocksprings, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.8%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.7%
Uninsured31.1%
262% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits40.7%
Premature Death10,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities5
Rocksprings has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,379 ft (725 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density591/sq mi
Coordinates30.0171°N, 100.2133°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48435
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.1-point margin. 42.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 16.3%

Winner: Republican by 67.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+59.9%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density591/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants12
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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