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See what Sulphur Springs, TX has to offer.

All About

Living in Sulphur Springs, TX

Sulphur Springs is a small city in Texas with just under 16,000 residents. Families with young children are a frequent sight, as kids under 5 account for an above-average percentage of the population, though retirees are also well-represented. Homeowners slightly outnumber renters in Sulphur Springs by a small 53%-47% margin. Renters in the city benefit from a relatively low average rent of $776 a month, which is $252 per month less than the state average.

There are three primary industries in Sulphur Springs: retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Together, these industries make up 20% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, which ranks as the top profession in the city. Sulphur Springs workers earn an average annual income of just over $53K, about $19,000 less than their peers elsewhere in Texas. Sulphur Springs's average income also trails the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average, Sulphur Springs has a large concentration of residents over the age of 25 who have earned a high school degree or GED (25%). Further, 8% possess a Bachelor's degree and 3% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate.

Averaging about 20 minutes, the commute time for Sulphur Springs residents is faster than the state average of about 27 minutes. Many residents (41%) drive their own vehicle to work, while public transportation is not extensively used. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.

Who Lives Here

Sulphur Springs Demographics

Education

High School

36%

Associate's

17%

Bachelor's

9%

Master's

3%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

42%

3 people

21%

4 people

25%

5 people

11%

6+ people

1%

Household Income

0-50k

53%

50-100k

32%

100-150k

9%

150-200k

3%

200k+

3%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

13%

20-45

33%

45-65

24%

65+

18%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Sulphur Springs?

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23-$795$995$1100
Aug '23-$795$995$1100
Jul '23-$795$995$1100
Jun '23-$795$995$1100
May '23-$795$995$1100
Apr '23-$795$995$1100
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Oct '22-$765$943$1032
Sep '22-$765$890$965

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Sulphur Springs

Sulphur Springs Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

65%

15-30 Mins

15%

30-40 Mins

10%

40-60 Mins

5%

60+ Mins

5%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3636

Walk Score®

Percentage: 4343

Bike Score®

Top Scores: Gas, Restaurant, Nightlife

Things To Do In Sulphur Springs

Top Score

Gas Stations

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Bumper sticker city. This place is good for filling up.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 100% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 100% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Sulphur Springs serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 100% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 100% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Sulphur Springs is running dry.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 100% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 100% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Sulphur Springs could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This supermarket score is far from superior.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 100% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 100% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Coffee

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Stock up on your home beans, because this place is out of brew.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 100% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

1/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Sulphur Springs ain't pulling its weight. A low score for fitness.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 100% fewer gyms than average
  3. 100% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Sulphur Springs Education

Schools

Top Schools in Sulphur Springs

3/10

Travis Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

3/10

Lamar Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

NRNo Rating

Early Childhood Learning Center

Grades K-1 • Public

3/10

Bowie Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

4/10

Cooper Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Sulphur Springs, TX

Sulphur Springs is a small city in Texas with just under 16,000 residents. Families with young children are a frequent sight, as kids under 5 account for an above-average percentage of the population, though retirees are also well-represented. Homeowners slightly outnumber renters in Sulphur Springs by a small 53%-47% margin. Renters in the city benefit from a relatively low average rent of $776 a month, which is $252 per month less than the state average.

There are three primary industries in Sulphur Springs: retail, healthcare, and manufacturing. Together, these industries make up 20% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, which ranks as the top profession in the city. Sulphur Springs workers earn an average annual income of just over $53K, about $19,000 less than their peers elsewhere in Texas. Sulphur Springs's average income also trails the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average, Sulphur Springs has a large concentration of residents over the age of 25 who have earned a high school degree or GED (25%). Further, 8% possess a Bachelor's degree and 3% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate.

Averaging about 20 minutes, the commute time for Sulphur Springs residents is faster than the state average of about 27 minutes. Many residents (41%) drive their own vehicle to work, while public transportation is not extensively used. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.