Town in Kimble County

Living in Junction, TX

B

237th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 68 of 100

We give Junction a B. It ranks 237th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and safety, and trails on schools and health. It is a strong pick for young professionals and retirees.

  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Errands close by
  • Low crime
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Schools scores low (10 of 100)
  • Health scores low (15 of 100)
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Where Junction is in Texas.
Population
2,513+3.0% since 2020
Median rent
$73448% lower than Texas
Median home value
$151,90046% lower than Texas
Household income
$49,041Median
Average commute
19 minOne way
Violent crime
40Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Junction

Junction is a town in Kimble County. 2,513 people lived here in 2025, up 3.0% from 2020. It is spread out.

Places locals use include City Park Junction Texas, Schreiner Park and Kimble County Library.

The median age is 40.1, 29% of households have children, 69% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $49,041 a year (38% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Junction

  • Low violent crime. 40 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 90% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Lower rent. Median rent is $734, 48% lower than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 19 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Junction

  • Weaker school ratings. Only 33% of the 3 rated campuses earn an A or B from the state.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, hail and winter storms as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 117 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Junction suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 33% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 90% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 57% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 38% lower than the Texas median, with 23 restaurants and 2 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 91% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 20% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 90% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 92% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 82% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $734 is 48% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 59% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $734 is 48% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 74% for people on a budget.

Junction report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Junction 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 B+

    Median rent $734, homes cost 3.1x income.

    78 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C-

    Median household income $49,041, 2.1% unemployed.

    38 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade D-

    3 rated campuses, 33% rated A or B.

    10 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade A-

    40 violent crimes per 100k, 240 property crimes per 100k.

    82 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A

    1 grocery store, 23 restaurants, 4 parks mapped in town.

    89 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B+

    Average commute 19 min, 4.8% work from home.

    74 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D

    21% have a bachelor’s degree.

    21 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D-

    20% of adults uninsured.

    15 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    69% of homes owner-occupied.

    27 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D

    82% of homes have broadband.

    17 of 100 vs US towns

Where Junction stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median rent: $73448% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 37%15 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Average commute: 19 min30% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Median household income: $49,04138% lower than Texas ($78,476)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 21%13 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 82%9 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Junction

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Junction is $734 a month, 48% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $29,000 a year. Right now 37% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $775 for a one-bedroom, $1,014 for a two-bedroom and $1,362 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 $151,900, 46% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $831 before tax, or $988 with property tax. That is $254 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.

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 Junction pays $1,878 a year, 56% 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 JunctionStudio$7711 bedroom$7752 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,3624 bedrooms$1,461
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Kimble County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent48% lower than Texas$734$1,403$1,413
Median home value46% lower than Texas$151,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income14% lower than Texas3.1x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent15 points lower than Texas37%52%51%
Median property tax per year56% lower than Texas$1,878$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them6 points higher than Texas69%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197019921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$988
Mortgage payment
$831
Property tax
$156
Median rent, for comparison
$734

Based on a $151,900 home in Junction, 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.

Is Junction safe?

In 2025, Junction Police Department reported 1 violent crimes and 6 property crimes. That works out to 40 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 90% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 240 property crimes per 100,000, 89% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 68% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Junction by yearTexas4020212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
40
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
240
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Junction by yearTexas24020212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Junction Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Junction

Junction has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 33% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Junction 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
10
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
70
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

  • BJunction High SchoolHigh, Junction ISD80 of 100
  • DJunction MiddleMiddle, Junction ISD69 of 100
  • DJunction ElementaryElementary, Junction ISD62 of 100

Daily life in Junction

Everyday places mapped inside Junction, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include City Park Junction Texas, Schreiner Park, Kimble County Library.

The average one-way commute is 19 minutes, 30% shorter than the Texas average. 5% 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 $49,041, income per person is $30,244, unemployment is 2.1% and 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
23
Cafes
2
Bars
0
Parks
4
Gyms
3
Hospitals and urgent care
1
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income38% lower than Texas$49,041$78,476$80,734
Income per person26% lower than Texas$30,244$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.1%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line2 points higher than Texas16%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher13 points lower than Texas21%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher8 points lower than Texas78%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insuranceAbout the same as Texas20%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet9 points lower than Texas82%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute30% lower than Texas19 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home10 points lower than Texas4.8%14%15%
Workers who work from home4.8%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0.7%
Workers who bike1.0%

Who lives in Junction

Under 1821%
18 to 3424%
35 to 6434%
65 and over21%

Median age 40.1 years. 29% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White63%
Hispanic or Latino32%
Black0.1%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race4.1%

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Weather in Junction

Junction has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 117 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 22 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Junction30°50°70°90°62J66F73M81A87M93J95J96A89S81O70N63DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Junction Kimble Co Ap, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is high 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 floodingVery high
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesHigh
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesModerate
  • WildfiresHigh
  • Winter stormsVery high
  • 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 Junction

Nearby, Menard gets a B-, Harper gets a C and Mason gets an A. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. B-MenardTown, 1,008 people30 mi
  2. CHarperTown, 1,214 people34 mi
  3. AMasonTown, 1,999 people37 mi
  4. D+IngramTown, 1,917 people43 mi
  5. C+BradyTown, 5,230 people49 mi
  6. C-EdenTown, 1,730 people50 mi

Living in Junction: common questions

Is Junction, TX a good place to live?

We give Junction a B. It ranks 237th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and safety, and trails on schools and health. It is a strong pick for young professionals and retirees.

How much does it cost to live in Junction?

Median rent in Junction is $734 a month, 48% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $151,900, 46% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.1x 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 $988, including property tax.

Is Junction safe?

In 2025, Junction Police Department reported 40 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 90% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 240 per 100,000, 89% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Junction?

We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Junction. 33% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 10 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Junction flood?

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

What is the weather like in Junction?

Summers in Junction peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 117 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 22 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Junction?

The average one-way commute is 19 min, 30% lower than the Texas average. About 4.8% 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.