Alma, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
469 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,300 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$281,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$655 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$813 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ellis County
3
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ellis County
4
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 45
Feb 3 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 64
May 5 0 73
Jun 4 0 80
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 84
Sep 3 0 77
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, TX State Senate District 2, TX State House District 10, TX
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Schools

Rice El
3 miles, SE
Rice Hs
4 miles, S • 2.8 star
Rice Intermediate/Middle School
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Ennis Jh
5 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Navarro College
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
Cedar Valley College
27 miles, N • 1.4 star
Paul Quinn College
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Ennis Regional Medical Center
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Navarro Regional Hospital
13 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Dallas Love Field
43 miles, N • 3.7 star
Waco Regional Airport
61 miles, SW • 1 star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
67 miles, E • 1 star
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