Town in Parker County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro

Living in Springtown, TX

C-

482nd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 35 of 100
128th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Springtown gets an overall grade of C- and ranks 482nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on safety and home ownership, and trails on getting around and education levels.

  • Fast-growing
Map of Texas showing where Springtown isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinSpringtown
Where Springtown is in Texas.
Population
5,204+70.0% since 2020
Median rent
$1,3295% lower than Texas
Median home value
$261,3008% lower than Texas
Household income
$75,391Median
Average commute
43 minOne way
Violent crime
111Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Springtown

Springtown sits about 54 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 5,204 people lived here in 2025, up 70.0% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is spread out.

Local spots people know include Springtown Park, Springtown Skatepark and Springtown Public Library.

The median age is 29.8, 41% of households have children, 68% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $75,391 a year (about the same as the Texas median).

Pros of living in Springtown

  • Low violent crime. 111 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 71% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 70% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Springtown

  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 43 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Who Springtown suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 20% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 71% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 46% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is about the same as the Texas median, with 40 restaurants and 5 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 25% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 13% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 71% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 49% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 86% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,329 is 5% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 18% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,329 is 5% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 34% for people on a budget.

Springtown report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Springtown 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 C-

    Median rent $1,329, homes cost 3.5x income.

    39 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C

    Median household income $75,391, 5.7% unemployed.

    46 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade D+

    5 rated campuses, 20% rated A or B.

    31 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade B-

    111 violent crimes per 100k, 480 property crimes per 100k.

    63 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    2 grocery stores, 40 restaurants, 7 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D

    Average commute 43 min, 5.0% work from home.

    23 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D+

    16% have a bachelor’s degree.

    26 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D+

    13% of adults uninsured.

    31 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade B-

    68% of homes owner-occupied.

    59 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D+

    86% of homes have broadband.

    29 of 100 vs US towns

Where Springtown stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 40%12 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 13%7 points lower than Texas (20%)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 68%6 points higher than Texas (63%)

Worse than Texas

  • Average commute: 43 min63% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 16%18 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 86%5 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Springtown

Springtown renters pay a median of $1,329 a month, 5% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $53,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 40% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,481 for a one-bedroom, $1,745 for a two-bedroom and $2,284 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 $261,300, 8% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,430 before tax, or $1,794 with property tax. That is $465 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 property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Springtown pays $4,367 a year, about the same as 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 SpringtownStudio$1,4611 bedroom$1,4812 bedrooms$1,7453 bedrooms$2,2844 bedrooms$2,866
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Fort Worth-Arlington, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent5% lower than Texas$1,329$1,403$1,413
Median home value8% lower than Texas$261,300$283,800$332,700
Home value to income4% lower than Texas3.5x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent12 points lower than Texas40%52%51%
Median property tax per year3% higher than Texas$4,367$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them6 points higher than Texas68%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas198919921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,794
Mortgage payment
$1,430
Property tax
$364
Median rent, for comparison
$1,329

Based on a $261,300 home in Springtown, 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 Springtown safe?

In 2025, Springtown Police Department reported 6 violent crimes and 26 property crimes. That works out to 111 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 71% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 480 property crimes per 100,000, 77% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 73% 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 Springtown by yearTexas11120212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
111
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
480
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Springtown by yearTexas48020212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Springtown

Springtown has 5 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 20% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Springtown 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
31
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
77
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

  • BSpringtown High SchoolHigh, Springtown ISD83 of 100
  • CSpringtown ElementaryElementary, Springtown ISD78 of 100
  • CGoshen Creek ElementaryElementary, Springtown ISD76 of 100
  • CSpringtown MiddleMiddle, Springtown ISD75 of 100
  • CSpringtown IntermediateMiddle, Springtown ISD71 of 100

Daily life in Springtown

Everyday places mapped inside Springtown, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Springtown Park, Springtown Skatepark, Springtown Public Library.

The average one-way commute is 43 minutes, 63% longer than the Texas average. 5% of workers work from home. 3.1% walk, bike or take transit to work.

Downtown Dallas is about 54 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Springtown work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $75,391, income per person is $32,577, unemployment is 5.7% and 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
4
Restaurants
40
Cafes
5
Bars
3
Parks
7
Gyms
4
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
3
Libraries
2

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income4% lower than Texas$75,391$78,476$80,734
Income per person20% lower than Texas$32,577$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas5.7%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line3 points lower than Texas11%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher18 points lower than Texas16%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher3 points higher than Texas89%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance7 points lower than Texas13%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet5 points lower than Texas86%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute63% higher than Texas43 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home9 points lower than Texas5.0%14%15%
Workers who work from home5.0%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk3.1%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Springtown

Under 1827%
18 to 3430%
35 to 6430%
65 and over13%

Median age 29.8 years. 41% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White77%
Hispanic or Latino13%
Black0.5%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race9.6%

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

Weather in Springtown

Springtown has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 109 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 37 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Springtown30°50°70°90°56J61F69M76A83M91J97J97A89S79O67N58DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Ft Worth Nature Ctr, 14 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 Springtown

    Nearby, Carter gets a D+, Briar gets a D- and Reno 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.

    1. D+CarterTown, 1,738 people5 mi
    2. D-BriarTown, 7,228 people6 mi
    3. CRenoTown, 3,272 people6 mi
    4. DAzleSmall city, 14,126 people8 mi
    5. FPelican BayTown, 2,399 people10 mi
    6. D+BoydTown, 1,351 people11 mi

    Springtown in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

    How it ranks among 181 places in the metro.

    1. 1A+Flower Mound78,389 people26 mito downtown
    2. 2A+Trophy Club13,733 people29 mito downtown
    3. 3A+University Park25,155 people4 mito downtown
    4. 125C-Combine2,785 people21 mito downtown
    5. 126C-Denton152,866 people36 mito downtown
    6. 127C-Ferris3,238 people19 mito downtown
    7. 128C-Springtown3,855 people54 mito downtown
    8. 129C-Weatherford35,788 people59 mito downtown
    9. 130C-Wolfe City1,148 people57 mito downtown
    10. 131C-Dallas1,307,930 people0 mito downtown

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    Living in Springtown: common questions

    Is Springtown, TX a good place to live?

    Springtown gets an overall grade of C- and ranks 482nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on safety and home ownership, and trails on getting around and education levels.

    How much does it cost to live in Springtown?

    Renters in Springtown pay a median of $1,329 a month, 5% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $261,300, 8% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.5x 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 $1,794, including property tax.

    Is Springtown safe?

    In 2025, Springtown Police Department reported 111 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 71% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 480 per 100,000, 77% lower than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in Springtown?

    We found 5 rated public school campuses inside Springtown. 20% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 31 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Springtown?

    Summers in Springtown peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 109 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 37 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Springtown?

    The average one-way commute is 43 min, 63% higher than the Texas average. About 5.0% of workers work from home. It is about 54 miles from downtown Dallas.

    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.