B
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Public Schools
    B
  2. Crime & Safety
    B-
  3. Housing
    B
  4. Nightlife
    C
  5. Good for Families
    B
  6. Diversity
    A
  7. Jobs
    B+
  8. Weather
    A
  9. Cost of Living
    A
  10. Health & Fitness
    C+
  11. Outdoor Activities
    C
  12. Commute
    B-
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Population
3,732

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$60,500
National
$178,600
Median Rent
$544
National
$928
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    22%
  • Own
    78%

Ballinger Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
B-
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    349
    0
  • Murder
    27
    0
  • Rape
    81
    41
  • Robbery
    0
    0
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    510
    1
  • Theft
    1,424
    2,081
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    242
    0

Residents

Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$34,817
National
$53,889
Children
20%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    3%
    11%
  • Bachelor's degree
    11%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    23%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    41%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    21%
    13%
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    I think Ballinger is a great place. I have lived here my entire life, and know almost everything about it. It has a great school, and many public entities that are family friendly. Ballinger has an excellent pool, great food, and an exceptional atmosphere about it. It's location between two big cities is pretty nice too. Although there have been some issues with the roads, the city is fixing them. All in all, I think it's a great town.
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    Ballinger is a small, close-knit town that is perfect for raising your family. In such a small community, everyone knows each other, so when someone is in need, we can all come together and help each other persevere.
    Ballinger is a small community in West Texas. A strong sense of tradition and community is here. A warm, friendly, inviting little town.