Avinger, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
467 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,563 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
65.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
50 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$79,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$298 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$388 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cass County
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

Cass County
4
Texas
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (68%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 44
Feb 4 0 48
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 63
May 5 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 3 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 5 0 65
Nov 5 0 55
Dec 5 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Avinger School
<1 miles, NW · 2.3star
Hughes Springs Hs
9 miles, N · 4.1star
Hughes Springs Jh
9 miles, N · 1.9star
Hughes Springs El
9 miles, N · 2.8star

Colleges

Northeast Texas Community College
24 miles, NW · 1.4star
East Texas Baptist University
26 miles, S · 2.3star
Wiley College
27 miles, S · 1.4star
LeTourneau University
31 miles, SW · 2.8star

Hospitals

Longview Regional Medical Center
27 miles, SW · 2.3star

Airports

East Texas Regional Airport
37 miles, SW · 1star
Shreveport Regional Airport
52 miles, SE · 1.4star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
62 miles, W · 1star