Town in Runnels County
Living in Miles, TX
64th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 91 of 100
We give Miles an A. It ranks 64th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and cost of living, and trails on home ownership and getting around. It is a strong pick for families, retirees, remote workers and people on a budget.
- Good for families
- Good for retirees
- Good for remote workers
- Good for people on a budget
- Top-rated schools
- Low crime
- Affordable
- Population
- 931+6.6% since 2020
- Median rent
- $80543% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $203,80028% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $74,000Median
- Average commute
- 26 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 0Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Miles
Miles is a town in Runnels County. 931 people lived here in 2025, up 6.6% from 2020. It is small-town and rural in feel.
The median age is 37.0, 40% of households have children, 70% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $74,000 a year (6% lower than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Miles
- Low violent crime. 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 100% lower than the Texas rate.
- Lower rent. Median rent is $805, 43% lower than the Texas median.
Cons of living in Miles
- Long, hot summers. Expect about 116 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
Who Miles suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: violent crime is 100% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 97% for families.
- Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 6% lower than the Texas median, with 3 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 62% for young professionals.
- RetireesA reasonable fit: 18% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 100% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 97% for retirees.
- Remote workersA reasonable fit: 95% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $805 is 43% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 98% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $805 is 43% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 90% for people on a budget.
Miles report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Miles 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
Median rent $805, homes cost 2.8x income.
90 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade C+
Median household income $74,000, 2.5% unemployed.
53 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade A+
2 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.
99 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade A
0 violent crimes per 100k, 316 property crimes per 100k.
88 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: no grade
1 grocery store, 3 restaurants, 0 parks mapped in town.
No score vs TX townsGetting around: grade D+
Average commute 26 min, 3.3% work from home.
26 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade D+
24% have a bachelor’s degree.
31 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade D+
18% of adults uninsured.
32 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade D
70% of homes owner-occupied.
24 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade B+
95% of homes have broadband.
78 of 100 vs US towns
Where Miles stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 8.5%43 points lower than Texas (52%)
- Median rent: $80543% lower than Texas ($1,403)
- Home value to income: 2.8x24% lower than Texas (3.6x)
Worse than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 24%10 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Vacant homes: 16%7 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
- Median household income: $74,0006% lower than Texas ($78,476)
Cost of living in Miles
Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Miles is $805 a month, 43% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $32,000 a year. Right now 8% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.
HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $840 for a one-bedroom, $1,055 for a two-bedroom and $1,257 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 $203,800, 28% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,116 before tax, or $1,328 with property tax. That is $523 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 Miles pays $2,551 a year, 40% 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
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent43% lower than Texas | $805 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value28% lower than Texas | $203,800 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income24% lower than Texas | 2.8x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent43 points lower than Texas | 8.5% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year40% lower than Texas | $2,551 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them7 points higher than Texas | 70% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1970 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,116
- Property tax
- $213
- Median rent, for comparison
- $805
Based on a $203,800 home in Miles, 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 Miles safe?
In 2025, Miles Police Department reported 0 violent crimes and 3 property crimes. That works out to 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 100% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 316 property crimes per 100,000, 85% lower than the state rate.
Violent crime is down about 100% 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 by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Miles Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Miles
Miles has 2 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 Miles ISD.
Top-rated campuses include Miles High School and Miles Elementary. The average rating score across all campuses is 94 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.
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.
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
- AMiles High SchoolOther, Miles ISD95 of 100
- AMiles ElementaryElementary, Miles ISD93 of 100
Daily life in Miles
Everyday places mapped inside Miles, from Overture Maps.
The average one-way commute is 26 minutes, about the same as the Texas average. 3% 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 $74,000, income per person is $31,634, unemployment is 2.5% and 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income6% lower than Texas | $74,000 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person22% lower than Texas | $31,634 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas | 2.5% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line2 points higher than Texas | 16% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher10 points lower than Texas | 24% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher3 points lower than Texas | 83% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance1 points lower than Texas | 18% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet4 points higher than Texas | 95% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteAbout the same as Texas | 26 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home11 points lower than Texas | 3.3% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Miles
Median age 37.0 years. 40% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Miles
Miles has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 31°F. There are about 116 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 23 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Ballinger 2 Nw, 16 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 Miles
Nearby, Ballinger gets a B+, San Angelo gets a C- and Bronte gets a C+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- B+BallingerTown, 3,583 people17 mi
- C-San AngeloCity, 99,674 people20 mi
- C+BronteTown, 1,041 people20 mi
- FGrape CreekTown, 4,036 people21 mi
- C-WintersTown, 2,405 people28 mi
- C-EdenTown, 1,730 people33 mi
Living in Miles: common questions
Is Miles, TX a good place to live?
We give Miles an A. It ranks 64th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and cost of living, and trails on home ownership and getting around. It is a strong pick for families, retirees, remote workers and people on a budget.
How much does it cost to live in Miles?
Median rent in Miles is $805 a month, 43% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $203,800, 28% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.8x 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 $1,328, including property tax.
Is Miles safe?
In 2025, Miles Police Department reported 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 100% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 316 per 100,000, 85% lower than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Miles?
We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Miles. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 99 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
What is the weather like in Miles?
Summers in Miles peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 31°F. Expect around 116 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 23 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Miles?
The average one-way commute is 26 min, about the same as the Texas average. About 3.3% 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.