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Spofford, TX

Texas · Kinney County

Spofford is a small town in Texas with a population of 114. Residents earn $62,375 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
114 Population 475/sq mi density
$62,375 Median Income $43,668 per capita
69°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,375
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,375
Per Capita$43,668
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$162M
Commute15 min

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute15 min
Broadband38.0%

Is Spofford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spofford receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Spofford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spofford is $62,375, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Spofford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Spofford has a population of 114 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

114
Total Population
475
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.3%
Female 73.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Spofford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.9%
53% below US avg
Spanish63.1%
371% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spofford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spofford is $62,375, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Spofford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,375
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,668
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$58,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$162M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Drive Alone98.7%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Spofford has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates29.1731°N, 100.4113°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyKinney County County
County FIPS48271
Spofford is located in Kinney County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.5-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density475/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyKinney County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Drive Alone98.7%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home0.0%

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