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Big Wells, Texas, in Dimmit county, is 73 miles N of Laredo, Texas (center to center) and 87 miles SW of San Antonio, Texas. The city has a population of 704.
In Big Wells, about 51% of adults are married. Large households are normal in Big Wells.
In 2000, Big Wells had a median family income of $17,381.
Owners occupy 88% of the housing units in Big Wells. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. The average age of the housing in Big Wells is relatively low. One of the strengths of the city is the availability of reasonably priced apartment rentals. Who wouldn't appreciate the low real estate taxes that are typical in Big Wells?
In Big Wells, 85% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Big Wells to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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