Kaufman County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
160,718 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,606 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$727 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,166 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
4
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

Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
5
Texas
5
United States
4

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 4 0 72
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 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, TX State Senate District 2, TX State House District 4, TX
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Schools

Monday El
2 miles, W
Jw Monday El
2 miles, W
Kaufman Christian School
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Southwestern Christian College
9 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Hands on Therapy
23 miles, NW
National American University-Mesquite
24 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Carrington College-Mesquite
25 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Dallas Regional Medical Center
22 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Dallas Love Field
37 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
54 miles, SE • 1 star
Waco Regional Airport
88 miles, SW • 1 star
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