Town in Orange County, part of the Beaumont metro

Living in Pinehurst, TX

D-

679th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 9 of 100
20th of 23 in the Beaumont area

We give Pinehurst a D-. It ranks 679th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and jobs and income, and trails on health and schools.

  • Schools scores low (8 of 100)
  • Education levels scores low (18 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Pinehurst isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthPinehurst
Where Pinehurst is in Texas.
Population
2,206-1.3% since 2020
Median rent
$1,3047% lower than Texas
Median home value
$169,70040% lower than Texas
Household income
$49,938Median
Average commute
25 minOne way
Violent crime
449Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Pinehurst

Pinehurst sits about 22 miles from downtown Beaumont, in the Beaumont-Port Arthur metro. 2,206 people lived here in 2025, down 1.3% from 2020. It is spread out.

The median age is 42.6, 20% of households have children, 66% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $49,938 a year (36% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Pinehurst

No clear standouts in our data.

Cons of living in Pinehurst

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of coastal flooding, hurricanes and wildfires as very high here.

Who Pinehurst suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit: violent crime is 16% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 5% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 36% lower than the Texas median, with 19 restaurants and 2 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 58% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 18% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 16% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 11% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 86% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,304 is 7% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 27% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,304 is 7% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 18% for people on a budget.

Pinehurst report card

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

    Median rent $1,304, homes cost 3.4x income.

    28 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C-

    Median household income $49,938, 2.9% unemployed.

    39 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade F

    1 rated campuses, 0% rated A or B.

    8 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade D

    449 violent crimes per 100k, 719 property crimes per 100k.

    21 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B+

    1 grocery store, 19 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    79 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C-

    Average commute 25 min, 7.4% work from home.

    38 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D

    13% have a bachelor’s degree.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade F

    18% of adults uninsured.

    7 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    66% of homes owner-occupied.

    35 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D+

    86% of homes have broadband.

    32 of 100 vs US towns

Where Pinehurst stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 66%3 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median rent: $1,3047% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 25 min7% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 13%21 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $49,93836% lower than Texas ($78,476)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 86%5 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Pinehurst

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Pinehurst is $1,304 a month, 7% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $52,000 a year. Right now 52% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

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 $169,700, 40% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $929 before tax, or $1,095 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

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 Pinehurst pays $1,996 a year, 53% 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 PinehurstStudio$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 rent7% lower than Texas$1,304$1,403$1,413
Median home value40% lower than Texas$169,700$283,800$332,700
Home value to income6% lower than Texas3.4x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rentAbout the same as Texas52%52%51%
Median property tax per year53% lower than Texas$1,996$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them3 points higher than Texas66%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,095
Mortgage payment
$929
Property tax
$166
Median rent, for comparison
$1,304

Based on a $169,700 home in Pinehurst, 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 Pinehurst safe?

In 2025, Pinehurst Police Department reported 10 violent crimes and 16 property crimes. That works out to 449 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 16% higher than the Texas rate of 387, and 719 property crimes per 100,000, 66% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 49% 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 Pinehurst by yearTexas44920212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
449
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
719
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Pinehurst by yearTexas71920212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Pinehurst

Pinehurst has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 0% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by West Orange-Cove CISD.

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
8
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
69
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

  • DWest Orange-Stark ElementaryElementary, West Orange-Cove CISD69 of 100

Daily life in Pinehurst

Everyday places mapped inside Pinehurst, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include West Park.

The average one-way commute is 25 minutes, 7% shorter than the Texas average. 7% 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 22 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Pinehurst work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $49,938, income per person is $36,848, unemployment is 2.9% and 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
19
Cafes
2
Bars
1
Parks
2
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income36% lower than Texas$49,938$78,476$80,734
Income per person10% lower than Texas$36,848$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas2.9%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line2 points lower than Texas12%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher21 points lower than Texas13%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higherAbout the same as Texas87%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance2 points lower than Texas18%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet5 points lower than Texas86%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute7% lower than Texas25 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home7 points lower than Texas7.4%14%15%
Workers who work from home7.4%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike1.2%

Who lives in Pinehurst

Under 1816%
18 to 3426%
35 to 6433%
65 and over26%

Median age 42.6 years. 20% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White66%
Hispanic or Latino15%
Black17%
Asian0.3%
Other or more than one race1.5%

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

Weather in Pinehurst

Pinehurst has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 90°F and January lows about 40°F. There are about 74 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 64 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Pinehurst40°60°80°61J64F70M76A83M88J90J90A87S79O69N62DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Orange 9 N, 8 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is low, coastal flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is high and hail risk is low. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingLow
  • Coastal floodingVery high
  • HurricanesVery high
  • TornadoesHigh
  • HailLow
  • Heat wavesModerate
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsModerate
  • Strong windLow

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 Pinehurst

Nearby, West Orange gets a D+, Orange gets a D- and Little Cypress 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. D+West OrangeTown, 3,420 people2 mi
  2. D-OrangeSmall city, 19,177 people2 mi
  3. A-Little CypressTown, 1,963 people5 mi
  4. BBridge CityTown, 9,640 people7 mi
  5. C+Forest HeightsTown, 1,795 people9 mi
  6. D-MauricevilleTown, 2,945 people10 mi

Pinehurst 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. 17D+West Orange3,420 people23 mito downtown
  5. 18DSilsbee6,842 people18 mito downtown
  6. 19D-Mauriceville2,945 people19 mito downtown
  7. 20D-Pinehurst1,999 people22 mito downtown
  8. 21D-Orange19,177 people23 mito downtown
  9. 22FBeaumont113,279 people0 mito downtown
  10. 23FPort Arthur55,828 people21 mito downtown

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Living in Pinehurst: common questions

Is Pinehurst, TX a good place to live?

We give Pinehurst a D-. It ranks 679th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and jobs and income, and trails on health and schools.

How much does it cost to live in Pinehurst?

Median rent in Pinehurst is $1,304 a month, 7% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $169,700, 40% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.4x 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 $1,095, including property tax.

Is Pinehurst safe?

In 2025, Pinehurst Police Department reported 449 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 16% higher than the Texas rate. Property crime was 719 per 100,000, 66% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Pinehurst?

We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Pinehurst. 0% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 8 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Pinehurst flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Pinehurst as low, and coastal flooding as very high. Hazards rated high or very high here: coastal flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Pinehurst?

Summers in Pinehurst peak at about 90°F in July, and January nights fall to about 40°F. Expect around 74 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 64 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Pinehurst?

The average one-way commute is 25 min, 7% lower than the Texas average. About 7.4% of workers work from home. It is about 22 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.