Buffalo Springs, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
525 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$229,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$692 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$639 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lubbock County
6
Lubbock Metro Area
6
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lubbock County
6
Lubbock Metro Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 2 40
Feb 1 1 44
Mar 1 0 51
Apr 2 0 60
May 2 0 70
Jun 2 0 77
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 79
Sep 2 0 71
Oct 2 0 62
Nov 1 1 50
Dec 1 2 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, TX State Senate District 28, TX State House District 83, TX
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Schools

Roosevelt El
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Roosevelt Jh
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Roosevelt Hs
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Slaton Hs
7 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Texas Tech University
11 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Grace Medical Center
10 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Covenant Medical Center
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
University Medical Center
12 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
106 miles, W • 1 star
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