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Balch Springs, Texas

Introduction to Balch Springs, Texas

Balch Springs, Texas, in Dallas county, is 3 miles SW of Mesquite, Texas and 11 miles SE of Dallas, Texas. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns that it shares the Dallas metropolitan area with. Balch Springs' population is approximately 19,375.

Balch Springs History

Farmers moved to this area in 1845 after Texas became a state in 1841. John Balch was one of the early settlers in this region, and the community was named in his honor. The region was sparsely populated until World War II.

Balch Springs and nearby Attractions

  • African American Museum
  • Museum of Nature & Science
  • Central Baptist Church of Rylie
  • Dallas World Aquarium
  • Chiesl Baseball Complex
  • Cheyenne Park

Things To Do In Balch Springs

Balch Springs is the ideal destination for history lovers. There are a number of museums nearby that provide insight into the region's history and culture. The African American Museum, Dallas Historical Society, Meadows Museum and the Museum of Nature & Science are all in the area. The park areas have provisions for the enjoyment of a variety of physical activities. In addition, the Dallas World Aquarium and the Dallas Zoo are also nearby.

Balch Springs Transportation

Dallas Love Field is the nearest airport.

Balch Springs Higher Education

Opportunities for higher education are offered by Eastfield College, Southern Methodist University, North Lake College and the Devry Institute of Technology.

High Points

Balch Springs strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyBalch Springs Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 9%Balch Springs Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Balch Springs, TX

Comparing Balch Springs to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Children Under 5 Years Old109
Male Share of the Population87
Female Share of the Population34
Well-Paid Single Men24
Age of the Population11
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty47
Median Family Income36
People in Middle Class or Better35
College Educated Adults11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use610
Working at Home34
Short Commute Times22
Walking and Biking to Work12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built87
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals79
Affordability of Property Taxes74
Affordability of Rents42
People Living Alone23
Seasonal and Vacation Housing12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime22
Low Violent Crime21

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