Gaines County, 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 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
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
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
21,904 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,605 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$185,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$586 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$605 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 42
Feb 1 1 46
Mar 1 0 53
Apr 1 0 61
May 2 0 70
Jun 2 0 77
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 79
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 1 0 51
Dec 1 1 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 16% of residents leaning left and 81% leaning right.

Liberal (16%) (82%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 86%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, TX State Senate District 31, TX State House District 88, TX
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Schools

Seminole El
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Seminole Success Ctr
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Seminole Jh
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Seminole Pri
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star

Colleges

New Mexico Junior College
32 miles, NW • 1.4 star
University of the Southwest
32 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Midland College
58 miles, S • 1.9 star
South Plains College
60 miles, NE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Lea Regional Medical Center
32 miles, NW • 3.2 star

Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
34 miles, W • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
117 miles, NW • 1 star