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Spur, TX

Texas · Dickens County

Spur is a small town in Texas with a population of 746. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
746 Population 466/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $27,455 per capita
$55,600 Home Value $96,008 Zillow
$661 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
163 Violent Crime/100K 1,223 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,600 home value, $661/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
163 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,600
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 163/100K
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $661
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population746
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density466/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$27,455
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$115M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,600
Rent$661
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,008
Housing Units511
Rent Burden30.5%

Crime

F
Violent163/100K
Property1,223/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault163/100K
Burglary897/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured22.3%
Smoking15.2%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,282 ft (696 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Spur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spur receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Spur has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spur is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spur is $55,600, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $661 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Spur is below the national average at 163 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,223 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Spur enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Spur has a population of 746 with a density of 466 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

746
Total Population
466
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Spur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.0%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.0%
64% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spur is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Spur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,455
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$52,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% 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 Time27.9 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Spur is $55,600, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $661 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,008.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,600
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$96,008

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$661
43% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units511
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

In Spur, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.9%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Uninsured22.3%
159% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,740
Mental Health1:1,711
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits50.5%
Premature Death11,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.3%
Healthcare Facilities4
Spur has a violent crime rate of 163 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,223 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Spur vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent163.1/100K
57% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault163.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,223.5/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary897.2/100K
Theft326.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Spur has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 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) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,282 ft (696 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density466/sq mi
Coordinates33.4766°N, 100.8502°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyDickens County County
County FIPS48125
Spur is located in Dickens County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.3-point margin. 81.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density466/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyDickens County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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