Kaufman, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
8,010 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,269 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$195,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,058 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kaufman County
5
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kaufman County
5
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 44
Feb 2 0 48
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 2 0 64
May 4 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 84
Sep 2 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 55
Dec 2 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Lucille Nash El
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Lucille Nash El
<1 miles, SE
Monday El
<1 miles, SE
Jw Monday El
<1 miles, SE
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Colleges

Southwestern Christian College
11 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Hands on Therapy
22 miles, NW
National American University-Mesquite
24 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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

Dallas Love Field
36 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
56 miles, SE • 1 star
Waco Regional Airport
86 miles, SW • 1 star
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