Ballinger, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
3,599 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$109,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$493 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$693 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Runnels County
3
Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Runnels County
3
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 45
Feb 2 0 48
Mar 2 0 56
Apr 2 0 65
May 3 0 73
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 82
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 3 0 66
Nov 1 0 55
Dec 1 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (80%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 86%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, TX State Senate District 28, TX State House District 72, TX
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Schools

Ballinger El
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Ballinger Jh
1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Ballinger Hs
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Olfen School
9 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Angelo State University
36 miles, W • 2.3 star
McMurry University
49 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Shannon Medical Center
34 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Abilene Regional Airport
49 miles, NE • 1 star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
134 miles, SE • 1 star
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