Town in Jefferson County, part of the Beaumont metro

Living in Hamshire, TX

A+

18th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 97 of 100
1st of 23 in the Beaumont area

Hamshire gets an overall grade of A+ and ranks 18th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and cost of living, and trails on internet access and health. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals and people on a budget.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
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Where Hamshire is in Texas.
Population
1,388
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$202,60029% lower than Texas
Household income
$102,800Median
Average commute
21 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Hamshire

Hamshire sits about 19 miles from downtown Beaumont, in the Beaumont-Port Arthur metro. About 1,388 people live here. It is small-town and rural in feel.

The median age is 30.8, 42% of households have children, 92% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $102,800 a year (31% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Hamshire

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.0 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • High incomes. The median household earns $102,800, 31% higher than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 21 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Hamshire

No clear weak spots in our data.

Who Hamshire suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 98% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 31% higher than the Texas median, with 1 restaurant and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 94% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 87% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 75% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 99% for people on a budget.

Hamshire report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Hamshire 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 2.0x income.

    96 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A+

    Median household income $102,800, 0% unemployed.

    97 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A-

    1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    84 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: no grade

    0 grocery stores, 1 restaurant, 0 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C-

    Average commute 21 min, 1.6% work from home.

    37 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade C-

    22% have a bachelor’s degree.

    39 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade C-

    13% of adults uninsured.

    36 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade B+

    92% of homes owner-occupied.

    79 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D+

    87% of homes have broadband.

    32 of 100 vs US towns

Where Hamshire stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 92%30 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 30%22 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Home value to income: 2.0x46% lower than Texas (3.6x)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 22%12 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 87%5 points lower than Texas (91%)
  • Workers who walk, bike or take transit: 0%3 points lower than Texas (2.6%)

Cost of living in Hamshire

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $986 for a one-bedroom, $1,218 for a two-bedroom and $1,588 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 $202,600, 29% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,109 before tax, or $1,326 with property tax.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in HamshireStudio$9801 bedroom$9862 bedrooms$1,2183 bedrooms$1,5884 bedrooms$1,944
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX MSA. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median home value29% lower than Texas$202,600$283,800$332,700
Home value to income46% lower than Texas2.0x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent22 points lower than Texas30%52%51%
Homes owned by the people living in them30 points higher than Texas92%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas199519921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,326
Mortgage payment
$1,109
Property tax
$217

Based on a $202,600 home in Hamshire, 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.

Schools in Hamshire

Hamshire has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Hamshire-Fannett ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
84
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
88
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BHamshire-Fannett High SchoolHigh, Hamshire-Fannett ISD88 of 100

Daily life in Hamshire

Everyday places mapped inside Hamshire, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 21 minutes, 22% shorter than the Texas average. 2% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown Beaumont is about 19 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Hamshire work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $102,800, income per person is $35,816, unemployment is 0% and 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

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

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income31% higher than Texas$102,800$78,476$80,734
Income per person12% lower than Texas$35,816$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate5 points lower than Texas0%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line11 points lower than Texas3.3%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher12 points lower than Texas22%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher3 points higher than Texas89%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas13%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet5 points lower than Texas87%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute22% lower than Texas21 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home13 points lower than Texas1.6%14%15%
Workers who work from home1.6%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Hamshire

Under 1832%
18 to 3420%
35 to 6437%
65 and over12%

Median age 30.8 years. 42% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White93%
Hispanic or Latino6.2%
Black0%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race0.9%

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

Weather in Hamshire

Hamshire has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 92°F and January lows about 42°F. There are about 95 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 62 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Hamshire40°60°80°100°62J66F72M78A85M90J92J93A88S81O71N64DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Beaumont Rsch Ctr, 15 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

    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 Hamshire

    Nearby, Winnie gets an A-, Fannett gets an A and Stowell gets an F. 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-WinnieTown, 3,290 people5 mi
    2. AFannettTown, 1,654 people7 mi
    3. FStowellTown, 1,823 people7 mi
    4. A+Beauxart GardensTown, 1,276 people18 mi
    5. FBeaumontCity, 113,279 people18 mi
    6. A-NederlandSmall city, 18,381 people20 mi

    Hamshire in the Beaumont area

    How it ranks among 23 places in the metro.

    1. 1A+Hamshire1,388 people19 mito downtown
    2. 2A+Beauxart Gardens1,276 people11 mito downtown
    3. 3ACentral Gardens3,976 people10 mito downtown
    4. 4AFannett1,654 people12 mito downtown

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    Living in Hamshire: common questions

    Is Hamshire, TX a good place to live?

    Hamshire gets an overall grade of A+ and ranks 18th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and cost of living, and trails on internet access and health. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals and people on a budget.

    How much does it cost to live in Hamshire?

    The median home is worth $202,600, 29% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.0x 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 $1,326, including property tax.

    Are the schools good in Hamshire?

    We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Hamshire. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 84 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Hamshire?

    Summers in Hamshire peak at about 92°F in July, and January nights fall to about 42°F. Expect around 95 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 62 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Hamshire?

    The average one-way commute is 21 min, 22% lower than the Texas average. About 1.6% of workers work from home. It is about 19 miles from downtown Beaumont.

    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.