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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 89.8% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.2% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,473 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,467 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $929 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,255 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 943 |
| County GDP | $2,099M |
| Restaurants | 86 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 123 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,412 |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.56% |
| Commute Time | 22.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
| Census Median | $152,000 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $254,473 |
| Census Median Rent | $925 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,412 |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.56% |
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,592/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
| Total Violent | 744.9/100K |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 744.9/100K |
| Total Property | 2,115.6/100K |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 357.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,549.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 208.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 514 ft (157 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 905/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9559°N, 95.2903°W |
| County FIPS | 48499 |
Winner: Republican by 69.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.1% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 905/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
| Restaurants | 86 |
| Retail Stores | 123 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 22.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |