Point, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
985 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,696 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$505 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$488 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rains County
2
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

Rains County
2
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 44
Feb 3 0 48
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 3 0 63
May 5 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 3 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 5 0 66
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 4 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 85%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 3%

Schools

Lone Oak Hs
5 miles, NW 2.8 star
Rains Hs
5 miles, SE 3.7 star
Lone Oak Middle
5 miles, NW 2.8 star
Rains El
5 miles, SE

Colleges

Texas A & M University-Commerce
21 miles, N 2.3 star
Southwestern Christian College
28 miles, W 1.4 star
Hands on Therapy
44 miles, W

Hospitals

Hunt Regional Medical Center
20 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
48 miles, S 1 star
Dallas Love Field
58 miles, W 3.7 star
East Texas Regional Airport
77 miles, SE 1 star