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Spring Gardens, TX

Texas · Nueces County · Metropolitan Area

Spring Gardens is a small town in Texas with a population of 591. Residents earn $63,162 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
591 Population 591/sq mi density
$63,162 Median Income $15,642 per capita
$135,400 Home Value
73°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$63,162 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,400 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,162
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population591
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density591/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,162
Per Capita$15,642
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$27,852M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity44.9%
Uninsured36.5%
Smoking14.9%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation73 ft (22 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+75.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute27 min
Broadband73.3%
Libraries10

Is Spring Gardens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Gardens receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Spring Gardens stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Gardens is $63,162, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Gardens is $135,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Spring Gardens has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Spring Gardens has a population of 591 with a density of 591 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (25.7%).

Population

591
Total Population
591
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Gardens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only30.5%
61% below US avg
Spanish69.5%
419% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Gardens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Gardens is $63,162, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Spring Gardens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,162
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,642
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$68,680

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,568
County GDP$27,852M

Business (County)

Restaurants982
Healthcare1,105
Retail1,058
Manufacturing167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Gardens is $135,400, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,400
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Rate6.15%
In Spring Gardens, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 36.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 41.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spring Gardens vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.8%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity41.7%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress17.6%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate49.1%
Uninsured36.5%
324% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,266
Dentists1:1,715
Mental Health1:609
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits45.0%
Premature Death10,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Spring Gardens has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation73 ft (22 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density591/sq mi
Coordinates27.7615°N, 97.7419°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyNueces County County
County FIPS48355
Spring Gardens is located in Nueces County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 11.5-point margin. 73.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+75.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density591/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyNueces County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Restaurants982
Retail Stores1,058

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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