Milford, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,033 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,620 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$145,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$494 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$693 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ellis County
3
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

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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (75%) 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 3 0 45
Feb 3 0 49
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 64
May 5 0 73
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 84
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Milford School
<1 miles, SW · 1.9star
Stafford El
5 miles, NE · 2.3star
Italy Hs
6 miles, E · 2.8star
Frost El
9 miles, SE · 2.3star

Colleges

Hill College
11 miles, W · 1.4star
Navarro College
27 miles, SE · 1.4star
Southwestern Adventist University
29 miles, NW · 1.9star

Hospitals

Hill Regional Hospital
12 miles, W · 3.2star
Ennis Regional Medical Center
22 miles, E · 3.2star

Airports

Waco Regional Airport
39 miles, SW · 1star
Dallas Love Field
50 miles, NE · 3.7star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
89 miles, SW · 1star