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Rocksprings, TX


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Rocksprings, Texas

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.

The People and Families of Rocksprings

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.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Rocksprings had a median family income of $22,614.

Political Inclinations

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.

Rocksprings Housing

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.

Commuting

In Rocksprings, 93% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Rocksprings Racial Diversity
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 11%Rocksprings Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Rocksprings, TX

Comparing Rocksprings 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
Male Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity106
Children Under 5 Years Old86
Senior Citizens34
Age of the Population23
Female Share of the Population11
Well-Paid Single Men11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size109
Portion of People Married86

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults33
People Above Poverty11
Median Family Income11
People in Middle Class or Better11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times77
Walking and Biking to Work44
Working at Home45
Public Transportation Use33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
Affordability of Property Taxes99
Affordability of Rents67
Housing Recently Built52
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals44
People Living Alone35
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