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Rocksprings, Texas, in Edwards county, is 101 miles S of San Angelo, Texas (center to center) and 110 miles W of San Antonio, Texas. The town is home to some 1,285 residents.
In Rocksprings, about 57% of adults are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that Rocksprings tends toward large families and full houses.
The people of the town are more likely male than female.
In 2000, Rocksprings had a median family income of $22,614.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($4,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Rocksprings. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.
According to the 2000 census, 81% of the housing in Rocksprings was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. In Rocksprings you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.
In Rocksprings, 93% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Rocksprings to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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