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Wink, TX

Texas · Winkler County

Wink is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,328. Residents earn $128,011 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,328 Population 1,135/sq mi density
$128,011 Median Income $35,770 per capita
$137,200 Home Value $123,174 Zillow
$696 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$128,011 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,200 home value, $696/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $128,011
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,200
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $696
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,328
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density1,135/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$128,011
Per Capita$35,770
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$2,289M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,200
Rent$696
Ownership93.0%
Zillow$123,174
Housing Units418
Rent Burden14.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,074/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary391/100K

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured19.4%
Smoking14.6%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,792 ft (851 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score3.81

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute20 min
Broadband84.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Wink a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wink receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Wink offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wink is $128,011, which is significantly higher than the national average / 70% above $75,149. This places Wink among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wink is $137,200, 51% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $696 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Wink is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,074 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.8/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Wink enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 45°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 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wink has a population of 1,328 with a density of 1,135 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (85.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.1% of residents, while 16.9% speak Spanish. 1.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,328
Total Population
1,135
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wink vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish 16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wink vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wink is $128,011, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,770. The average weekly wage is $1,805, 26% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 239 business establishments, including 15 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wink vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$128,011
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,770
Avg Weekly Wage$1,805
IRS Avg AGI$71,182
Gini Index0.336 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)239
County GDP$2,289M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare5
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wink is $137,200, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,174, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $696 (40% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 93.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 418 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. The average annual property tax is $3,520. 14.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,200
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,174

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$696
40% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.0%
Owner-Occupied93.0%
Renter-Occupied7.0%
Housing Units418
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Wink, 36.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 14.6% are current smokers. 18.5% report binge drinking. 28.6% are physically inactive. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 19.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,708. The dentist ratio is 1:3,653. 97.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.3%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured19.4%
126% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,708
Dentists1:3,653
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death14,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities5
Wink has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,074 per 100,000, 45% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 488, burglary at 391, vehicle theft at 195 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wink receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,074.2/100K
45% below US avg
Burglary390.6/100K
Theft488.3/100K
Vehicle Theft195.3/100K
Arson97.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity3.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Wink enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 2,792 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,792 ft (851 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,135/sq mi
Coordinates31.7545°N, 103.1541°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWinkler County County
Nearest AirportMidland International Air And Space Port (MAF)
57 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.4"
70% below US avg
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.32"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score4.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability62.1 / 100
Community Resilience30.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2,347 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 4, 2025 59 km S of Whites City, New Mexico M5.4 124 km
Sep 17, 2024 2024 North of Tarzan, Texas Earthquake M5.1 127 km
Mar 26, 2020 41 km W of Mentone, Texas M5.0 84 km
Feb 15, 2025 53 km NW of Toyah, Texas M5.0 98 km
Jul 21, 2022 55 km S of Whites City, New Mexico M4.9 120 km
Feb 28, 2025 26 km SW of Ackerly, Texas M4.8 135 km
Feb 18, 2025 52 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico M4.7 128 km
Jun 1, 2022 53 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico M4.6 132 km
Mar 25, 2022 56 km S of Whites City, New Mexico M4.6 120 km
Jan 2, 1992 12 km SSE of Eunice, New Mexico M4.6 65 km
Aug 11, 2022 54 km S of Whites City, New Mexico M4.5 121 km
Mar 17, 2021 57 km S of Whites City, New Mexico M4.5 114 km
Apr 10, 2024 21 km N of Stanton, Texas M4.4 141 km
Sep 1, 2022 38 km WSW of Mentone, Texas M4.4 80 km
Jun 25, 2021 56 km S of Whites City, New Mexico M4.4 116 km
Mar 5, 2022 57 km S of Whites City, New Mexico M4.3 110 km
Jul 28, 2021 54 km NW of Toyah, Texas M4.3 106 km
Jun 1, 2022 western Texas M4.3 80 km
Jun 6, 2022 52 km SSW of Whites City, New Mexico M4.3 131 km
Feb 13, 2022 55 km S of Whites City, New Mexico M4.2 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

220 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 30 fatalities, 198 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 22, 1987 EF4 98 km 30
May 20, 2019 EF3 80 km 0
May 14, 2010 EF3 41 km 0
Apr 19, 1977 EF3 43 km 0
May 30, 2024 EF2 89 km 0
Mar 12, 2019 EF2 99 km 0
Mar 18, 2012 EF2 83 km 0
May 23, 2010 EF2 87 km 0
Apr 30, 1999 EF2 57 km 0
Apr 30, 1999 EF2 50 km 0
May 22, 1992 EF2 61 km 0
Jun 6, 1991 EF2 97 km 0
Jun 6, 1991 EF2 94 km 0
Jun 6, 1991 EF2 97 km 0
Apr 15, 1990 EF2 100 km 0
May 25, 1987 EF2 35 km 0
May 12, 1982 EF2 83 km 0
Oct 15, 1981 EF2 75 km 0
Jun 30, 1977 EF2 67 km 0
Apr 26, 1974 EF2 48 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FRYING PAN RANCH (106,253 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 FRYING PAN RANCH 106,253 57 km
2011 DERICK FIRE 27,780 85 km
2011 PLEASANT FARMS 15,516 71 km
2011 HICKMAN 14,828 94 km
1993 JALTWO 13,332 58 km
2008 ELLISON 11,140 57 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,266 84 km
2008 PARKER 6,844 85 km
2008 GRAND FALLS 5,851 55 km
2011 SAND RANCH 5,839 66 km
2011 CEED FIRE 5,744 93 km
2008 UNNAMED 5,516 41 km
2008 ANDREW COUNTY COMPLEX 5,010 85 km
2009 CRIDER RANCH 4,056 16 km
2011 UNNAMED 3,953 56 km
2008 TUBBS CORNER 3,404 56 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,193 71 km
2011 BATES FIELD FIRE 3,186 81 km
2011 UNNAMED 3,037 58 km
2010 304 2,918 42 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
May 74°F (23°C) 1.2 in
June 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in
July 85°F (29°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in Wettest
October 65°F (19°C) 1.2 in
November 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
December 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in

Wink has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 45°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.3") and March the driest (0.3").

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Wink is located in Winkler County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 14.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 85.2% of the vote, a 70.6-point margin. 84.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 5 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.2%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity3.5 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score3.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,135/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyWinkler County County

Services

Broadband Access84.1%
Avg Download Speed17.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed100 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants15
Retail Stores27

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%
Average costs for common services in Wink. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$671
Toddler$624
Preschool$606
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$598
Toddler$567
Preschool$559
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Winkler County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,541 48 $130,032 98.31
Transportation & Warehousing 637 35 $117,698 3.63
Retail Trade 305 28 $31,900 0.74
Wholesale Trade 76 12 $81,125 0.47
Other Services 48 12 $44,718 0.38
Utilities 20 3 $88,124 1.27
Agriculture & Forestry 18 3 $67,723 0.54

Schools in Wink

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
WINK EL Elementary 219 23 9.5:1
WINK H S High 212 26 8.2:1
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Radio Stations near Wink

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Wink

2 national parks and monuments found near Wink.

ParkTypeFee
Balmorhea State Park State Park Free
Monahans Sandhills State Park State Park Free

Libraries in Wink

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WINKLER COUNTY LIBRARY307 S POPLAR ST0.033,730

Restaurants in Wink

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Champ's Drive Inn
Rollin' Smoke BBQ

Theatres in Wink

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

(Abandoned) Historic Rig Theator

Gas Stations in Wink

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Valero
Valero

Golf Courses in Wink

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Winkler County Golf Course

Cell Towers in Wink

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
5511 FM 2355 (77923)GTOWER144
5511 FM 2355 (77923)GTOWER144
5511 FM 2355 (77923)GTOWER144
5511 FM 2355 (77923)GTOWER144
0.1 miles N of State Route 320 & 0.1 miles W of State Route 115TOWER121
0.35 miles N of I-20 & 0.05 miles S of I-80TOWER60
518 STATE HIGHWAY 302 (77924)GTOWER49
518 STATE HIGHWAY 302 (77924)GTOWER49

Fire Stations in Wink

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Wink Volunteer Fire Department210 E Hendricks BLVDVolunteer432-527-3333

Airports Near Wink

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Winkler County AirportINKMedium Airport
Andrews County AirportSmall Airport
Gnaws Farm AirportSmall Airport
J-Bar Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Lea County-Jal AirportSmall Airport
Moore-Gilmore AirfieldSmall Airport
Pecos Municipal AirportPEQSmall Airport
Roy Hurd Memorial AirportMIFSmall Airport
White Shark Landing StripSmall Airport
Worsham AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Wink

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Kermit City Hall & Police Department
Winkler County Sheriff's Office.

Grocery Stores in Wink

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Allsups 204Convenience Store701 East Hendricks
Family Dollar 12409Other111 Hendricks Blvd
Tc's Grocery And MarketGrocery Store203 Hendricks Blvd

Post Offices in Wink

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office210 Hendricks Boulevard

Treatment Centers in Wink

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
West Texas Centers - Winkler CountyMental Health432-586-2016

DOL Wage Violations in Wink

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $7,631 in back wages owed to 3 employees.

1
Violations
$7,631
Back Wages Owed
3
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Wink Independent School District 79789 1 $7,631 $2,544 3

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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wink

What is the population of Wink?

Wink has a population of 1,328 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,135 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Wink expensive to live in?

Wink has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $128,011, 70% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $137,200 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $696 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wink safe?

Wink is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,074 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Wink receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wink?

Wink enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Wink?

The job market in Wink is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,805. There are 239 business establishments in the area, including 15 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 0.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wink?

The median home value in Wink is $137,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,174. For renters, the median monthly rent is $696. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 93.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,520.

How are the schools in Wink?

Schools in Wink have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.7% of adults in Wink hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wink?

The obesity rate in Wink is 36.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.6% of adults are smokers. 28.6% are physically inactive. 24.0% of residents report depression. 19.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 97.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,708.

What is transportation like in Wink?

The average commute in Wink is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wink?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wink is 85.1% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 83.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.9% speak Spanish. 1.9% of the population are military veterans. 8.8% of residents have a disability. 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

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