Winnsboro, TX

Texas

Winnsboro is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,386. Residents earn $51,473 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,386 Population 905/sq mi density
$51,473 Median Income $24,467 per capita
$152,000 Home Value $254,473 Zillow
$925 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
745 Violent Crime/100K 2,116 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$51,473 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,000 home value, $925/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
745 violent crimes/100K (96% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,473
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,000
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 745/100K
96% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,386
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density905/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,473
Per Capita$24,467
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$2,099M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,000
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,473

Crime

F
Violent745/100K
Property2,116/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault745/100K
Burglary358/100K

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation514 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Winnsboro a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winnsboro is $51,473, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winnsboro is $152,000, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 745 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,116 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Winnsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Winnsboro has a population of 3,386 with a density of 905 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

3,386
Total Population
905
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Winnsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.2%
24% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winnsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winnsboro is $51,473, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Winnsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,473
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,467
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$65,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)943
County GDP$2,099M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare80
Retail123
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,412
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Winnsboro is $152,000, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,473.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,000
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,473

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,412
55% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Winnsboro, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death11,592/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access37.0%
Healthcare Facilities80
Winnsboro has a violent crime rate of 745 per 100,000 residents, 96% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,116 per 100,000 (8% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent744.9/100K
96% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault744.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,115.6/100K
8% above US avg
Burglary357.6/100K
Theft1,549.5/100K
Vehicle Theft208.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Winnsboro has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation514 ft (157 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density905/sq mi
Coordinates32.9559°N, 95.2903°W
County FIPS48499
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.6%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density905/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants86
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

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