Blossom, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,425 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,397 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$632 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lamar County
5
Paris Urban Area
5
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lamar County
5
Paris Urban Area
4
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 1 41
Feb 4 1 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 62
May 6 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 5 0 64
Nov 4 0 54
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, TX State Senate District 1, TX State House District 1, TX
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Schools

Blossom El
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Prairiland Hs
6 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Prairiland Jh
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Detroit Hs
7 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Paris Junior College
8 miles, W • 1.4 star
Texas A & M University-Commerce
42 miles, W • 2.3 star
Northeast Texas Community College
48 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Paris Regional Medical Center
9 miles, W • 2.3 star
Choctaw Memorial Hospital
25 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
90 miles, SW • 1 star
East Texas Regional Airport
97 miles, S • 1 star
Dallas Love Field
102 miles, W • 3.7 star
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