Town in Kinney County

Living in Fort Clark Springs, TX

A-

142nd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 80 of 100

Fort Clark Springs gets an overall grade of A- and ranks 142nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and jobs and income, and trails on internet access and errands and things to do. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Errands and things to do scores low (14 of 100)
  • Internet access scores low (6 of 100)
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Where Fort Clark Springs is in Texas.
Population
1,048
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$67,00076% lower than Texas
Household income
$71,346Median
Average commute
18 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Fort Clark Springs

Fort Clark Springs is a town in Kinney County. About 1,048 people live here. It is small-town and rural in feel.

Places locals use include Parade Ground, Rendesvouz Park and Mascot Dog Park.

The median age is 65.4, 6% of households have children, 82% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $71,346 a year (9% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Fort Clark Springs

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 0.9 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 18 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Fort Clark Springs

  • Errands mean a drive. Compared with similar Texas places, fewer homes here are within a mile of a grocery store, pharmacy, park or clinic.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 122 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 75% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Fort Clark Springs suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 50% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 9% lower than the Texas median, with 0 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 79% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 17% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 73% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 75% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 28% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 100% for people on a budget.

Fort Clark Springs report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Fort Clark Springs with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A+

    Homes cost 0.9x income.

    100 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A-

    Median household income $71,346, 0% unemployed.

    82 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C

    Not enough data.

    47 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade D-

    0 grocery stores, 0 restaurants, 4 parks mapped in town.

    14 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C+

    Average commute 18 min, 0% work from home.

    48 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade B-

    14% have a bachelor’s degree.

    62 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade C-

    17% of adults uninsured.

    33 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C

    82% of homes owner-occupied.

    40 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade F

    75% of homes have broadband.

    6 of 100 vs US towns

Where Fort Clark Springs stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 0%52 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Home value to income: 0.9x74% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 82%20 points higher than Texas (63%)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 14%19 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 75%16 points lower than Texas (91%)
  • Vacant homes: 21%11 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Fort Clark Springs

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $858 for a one-bedroom, $1,078 for a two-bedroom and $1,393 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $67,000, 76% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $367 before tax, or $460 with property tax.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Fort Clark Springs pays $1,118 a year, 74% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Fort Clark SpringsStudio$8191 bedroom$8582 bedrooms$1,0783 bedrooms$1,3934 bedrooms$1,553
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Kinney County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median home value76% lower than Texas$67,000$283,800$332,700
Home value to income74% lower than Texas0.9x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent52 points lower than Texas0%52%51%
Median property tax per year74% lower than Texas$1,118$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them20 points higher than Texas82%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas198619921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$460
Mortgage payment
$367
Property tax
$93

Based on a $67,000 home in Fort Clark Springs, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Daily life in Fort Clark Springs

Everyday places mapped inside Fort Clark Springs, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Parade Ground, Rendesvouz Park, Mascot Dog Park.

The average one-way commute is 18 minutes, 33% shorter than the Texas average. 0% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

The median household income is $71,346, income per person is $41,104, unemployment is 0% and 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
0
Cafes
0
Bars
1
Parks
4
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income9% lower than Texas$71,346$78,476$80,734
Income per personAbout the same as Texas$41,104$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate5 points lower than Texas0%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line7 points lower than Texas6.6%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher19 points lower than Texas14%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher14 points higher than Texas100%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance3 points lower than Texas17%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet16 points lower than Texas75%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute33% lower than Texas18 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home14 points lower than Texas0%14%15%
Workers who work from home0%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Fort Clark Springs

Under 185.4%
18 to 342.2%
35 to 6440%
65 and over52%

Median age 65.4 years. 6.4% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White58%
Hispanic or Latino42%
Black0%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race0%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Fort Clark Springs

Fort Clark Springs has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 38°F. There are about 122 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 24 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Fort Clark Springs30°50°70°90°64J69F76M83A88M93J95J97A90S82O72N64DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Brackettville, 2 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is high, hurricane risk is high, tornado risk is moderate and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

  • River floodingHigh
  • HurricanesHigh
  • TornadoesModerate
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresHigh
  • Winter stormsHigh
  • Strong windModerate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Fort Clark Springs

Nearby, Brackettville gets an A-, Val Verde Park gets a B and Del Rio gets a B. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. A-BrackettvilleTown, 1,595 people1 mi
  2. BVal Verde ParkTown, 3,139 people25 mi
  3. BDel RioSmall city, 34,668 people29 mi
  4. C-Cienegas TerraceTown, 1,868 people32 mi
  5. FElm CreekTown, 3,680 people36 mi
  6. DUvalde EstatesTown, 1,908 people37 mi

Living in Fort Clark Springs: common questions

Is Fort Clark Springs, TX a good place to live?

Fort Clark Springs gets an overall grade of A- and ranks 142nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and jobs and income, and trails on internet access and errands and things to do. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Fort Clark Springs?

The median home is worth $67,000, 76% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 0.9x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $460, including property tax.

Does Fort Clark Springs flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Fort Clark Springs as high, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, hurricanes, heat waves, hail, wildfires and winter storms. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Fort Clark Springs?

Summers in Fort Clark Springs peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 38°F. Expect around 122 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 24 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Fort Clark Springs?

The average one-way commute is 18 min, 33% lower than the Texas average. About 0% of workers work from home.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.