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Walnut Springs, TX

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Walnut Springs is a small town in Texas with a population of 792. Residents earn $39,464 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
792 Population 595/sq mi density
$39,464 Median Income $23,440 per capita
$69,100 Home Value $169,967 Zillow
$1,175 Median Rent 35.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$39,464 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,100 home value, $1,175/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,464
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,100
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,175
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.5%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population792
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density595/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,464
Per Capita$23,440
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty23.5%
County GDP$1,718M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,100
Rent$1,175
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,967
Housing Units385
Rent Burden35.3%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured21.2%
Smoking16.0%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation911 ft (278 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+76.2%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute32 min
Broadband76.3%

Is Walnut Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walnut Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Walnut Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walnut Springs is $39,464, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walnut Springs is $69,100, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Walnut Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°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 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Walnut Springs has a population of 792 with a density of 595 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.5%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

792
Total Population
595
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Walnut Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.4%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.6%
113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Walnut Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walnut Springs is $39,464, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Walnut Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,464
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,440
Avg Weekly Wage$1,461
IRS Avg AGI$90,433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.5%
90% above US avg
Establishments (County)266
County GDP$1,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare17
Retail29
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,212
77% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Walnut Springs is $69,100, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,175 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,967.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,100
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,967

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,175
1% above US avg
Rent Burden35.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.4%
Housing Units385
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,212
77% above US avg
Effective Rate8.99%
In Walnut Springs, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.4%
Uninsured21.2%
147% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,353
Dentists1:2,439
Mental Health1:1,978
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits48.1%
Premature Death7,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities17
Walnut Springs has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation911 ft (278 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density595/sq mi
Coordinates32.0570°N, 97.7506°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48425
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.8-point margin. 76.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 70.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+76.2%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density595/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.3%
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants42
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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