Mineral Wells Urban Area, TX
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
8/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
28,920
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$64,972
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$167,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$597
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$789
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.0%
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 | 0 | 44 |
| Feb | 2 | 0 | 48 |
| Mar | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Apr | 2 | 0 | 64 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 83 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 83 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 76 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Nov | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Dec | 2 | 0 | 45 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.
Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 82%Related Legislative Districts
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3.2
Santo Hs
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2.3
Santo El
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•
4.1
Houston El
12 miles, E
•
1.9
Colleges
Ranger College
30 miles, W
•
1.4
Weatherford College
30 miles, SE
•
1.4
Tarleton State University
38 miles, S
•
2.3
Cisco College
46 miles, W
•
1.4
Hospitals
Palo Pinto General Hospital
10 miles, E
•
2.3
Graham Regional Medical Center
28 miles, N
•
3.2
Medical City Weatherford
31 miles, SE
•
3.2
Stephens Memorial Hospital
33 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
75 miles, E
•
5
Abilene Regional Airport
83 miles, W
•
1
Dallas Love Field
85 miles, E
•
3.7
Sheppard Airforce Base-Wichita Falls Municipal Airport
86 miles, N
•
1