Balch Springs, TX
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27,322
TOTAL POPULATION
13,438
MALE POPULATION
13,884
FEMALE POPULATION
96.79
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.32
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,123
PER CAPITA INCOME
$62,094
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,680
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,477
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,572
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
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Race in Balch Springs
The most populous races in Balch Springs are Hispanic or Latino (14,781 | 54.1%), White / Caucasian (10,677 | 39.1%), and Black / African American (7,969 | 29.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 7,969 | 29.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14,781 | 54.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 318 | 1.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 10,677 | 39.1% |
| Two or more Races | 5,244 | 19.2% |
| Some other Race | 3,094 | 11.3% |
| Total | 27,322 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Balch Springs
The most populous ancestries reported in Balch Springs are Mexican (12,832 | 47.0%), American (1,873 | 6.9%), Central American (1,221 | 4.5%), Irish (1,067 | 3.9%), and English (960 | 3.5%), together accounting for 65.7% of all Balch Springs residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 69 | 0.3% |
| American | 1,873 | 6.9% |
| Austrian | 60 | 0.2% |
| British | 63 | 0.2% |
| Cajun | 39 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 1,221 | 4.5% |
| Central American Indian | 36 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 13 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 50 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 28 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 80 | 0.3% |
| English | 960 | 3.5% |
| European | 144 | 0.5% |
| French | 138 | 0.5% |
| French Canadian | 17 | 0.1% |
| German | 690 | 2.5% |
| Greek | 20 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 123 | 0.4% |
| Honduran | 372 | 1.4% |
| Irish | 1,067 | 3.9% |
| Italian | 50 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 12,832 | 47.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 500 | 1.8% |
| Nigerian | 331 | 1.2% |
| Northern European | 24 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 56 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 25 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 98 | 0.4% |
| Salvadoran | 726 | 2.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 78 | 0.3% |
| South American | 156 | 0.6% |
| Spaniard | 77 | 0.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 400 | 1.5% |
| Swedish | 21 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 16 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 50 | 0.2% | View All 38 Rows |
Immigrants in Balch Springs
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Balch Springs came from Latin America (6,152 | 22.5%), Central America (6,069 | 22.2%), Mexico (5,420 | 19.8%), El Salvador (493 | 1.8%), and Africa (238 | 0.9%), together accounting for 67.2% of all Balch Springs residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 238 | 0.9% |
| Asia | 16 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 70 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 6,069 | 22.2% |
| Colombia | 50 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 493 | 1.8% |
| Europe | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ghana | 27 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 65 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 91 | 0.3% |
| India | 16 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 4 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 6,152 | 22.5% |
| Mexico | 5,420 | 19.8% |
| Nigeria | 211 | 0.8% |
| Northern Europe | 4 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 33 | 0.1% |
| South America | 83 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 16 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 238 | 0.9% | View All 20 Rows |
Sex and Age in Balch Springs
Sex and Age in Balch Springs
The most populous age groups in Balch Springs are 5 to 9 Years (1,376 | 10.2%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (1,330 | 9.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 952 (7.1%) | 1,056 (7.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,376 (10.2%) | 1,207 (8.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 979 (7.3%) | 1,127 (8.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,001 (7.4%) | 1,330 (9.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,260 (9.4%) | 871 (6.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,263 (9.4%) | 735 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 799 (5.9%) | 960 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 825 (6.1%) | 860 (6.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 785 (5.8%) | 790 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,295 (9.6%) | 763 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 418 (3.1%) | 889 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 757 (5.6%) | 914 (6.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 757 (5.6%) | 694 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 478 (3.6%) | 792 (5.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 267 (2.0%) | 396 (2.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 130 (1.0%) | 255 (1.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 65 (0.5%) | 60 (0.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 31 (0.2%) | 185 (1.3%) |
| Total | 13,438 (100.0%) | 13,884 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Balch Springs
Median Family Size in Balch Springs
The median family size in Balch Springs is 3.87 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,849 | 62.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.04 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (1,787 | 28.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.49 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,849 (62.1%) | 4.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 562 (9.1%) | 3.95 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,787 (28.8%) | 3.49 |
| Total Families | 6,198 (100.0%) | 3.87 |
Median Household Size in Balch Springs
The median household size in Balch Springs is 3.32 persons per household, with single male/father households (562 | 6.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.35 persons per household. non-family households (2,003 | 24.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,849 (46.9%) | 4.06 |
| Single Male/Father | 562 (6.9%) | 4.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,787 (21.8%) | 3.69 |
| Non-family | 2,003 (24.4%) | 1.26 |
| Total Households | 8,201 (100.0%) | 3.32 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Balch Springs
Out of a total of 8,201 households in Balch Springs, 6,198 (75.6%) are family households, while 2,003 (24.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 1,665, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,556.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,556 (19.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,404 (17.1%) | 404 (4.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,602 (19.5%) | 25 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,665 (20.3%) | 18 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 793 (9.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 420 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 314 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,198 (75.6%) | 2,003 (24.4%) |
Female Fertility in Balch Springs
Fertility by Age in Balch Springs
Average fertility rate in Balch Springs is 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 98.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 53.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 252 (53.6%) | 98.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 218 (46.4%) | 80.0 |
| Total | 470 (100.0%) | 71.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Balch Springs
67.4% of women with births (470) in Balch Springs are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 50.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 11.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 125 (49.6%) | 127 (50.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 192 (88.1%) | 26 (11.9%) |
| Total | 317 (67.4%) | 153 (32.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Balch Springs
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 135 (28.7%) | 59.0 |
| High School Diploma | 80 (17.0%) | 40.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 138 (29.4%) | 77.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 117 (24.9%) | 259.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 470 (100.0%) | 71.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Balch Springs
32.6% of women with births in Balch Springs are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 72.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 135 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 27 (33.8%) | 53 (66.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 38 (27.5%) | 100 (72.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 117 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 317 (67.4%) | 153 (32.6%) |
Income in Balch Springs
Income Overview in Balch Springs
Per Capita Income in Balch Springs is $23,123, while median incomes of families and households are $62,094 and $58,680 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 27,322 | $23,123 |
| Median Family Income | 6,198 | $62,094 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,198 | $78,401 |
| Median Household Income | 8,201 | $58,680 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,201 | $74,329 |
| Income Deficit | 6,198 | $10,477 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 27,322 | 32.65% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 27,322 | 67.35¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 27,322 | 0.37 |
Earnings by Sex in Balch Springs
Average Earnings in Balch Springs are $34,728, $40,204 for men and $27,077 for women, a difference of 32.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,894 (56.5%) | $40,204 |
| Female | 6,087 (43.5%) | $27,077 |
| Total | 13,981 (100.0%) | $34,728 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Balch Springs
The most common earnings brackets in Balch Springs are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (988 | 12.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (738 | 12.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 192 (2.4%) | 626 (10.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 115 (1.5%) | 270 (4.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 208 (2.6%) | 102 (1.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 216 (2.7%) | 61 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 367 (4.6%) | 319 (5.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 218 (2.8%) | 219 (3.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 456 (5.8%) | 239 (3.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 142 (1.8%) | 312 (5.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 85 (1.1%) | 191 (3.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 181 (2.3%) | 432 (7.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 577 (7.3%) | 738 (12.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 447 (5.7%) | 333 (5.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 697 (8.8%) | 590 (9.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 878 (11.1%) | 132 (2.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 988 (12.5%) | 163 (2.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 592 (7.5%) | 234 (3.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 418 (5.3%) | 400 (6.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 293 (3.7%) | 383 (6.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 555 (7.0%) | 234 (3.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 269 (3.4%) | 109 (1.8%) |
| Total | 7,894 (100.0%) | 6,087 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Balch Springs
Average earnings in Balch Springs are $42,695 for men and $28,787 for women, a difference of 32.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,321, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $39,752. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,654, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,420 | $25,503 |
| High School Diploma | $46,055 | $25,000 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $39,752 | $28,745 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $53,167 | $63,845 |
| Graduate Degree | $67,321 | $73,654 |
| Total | $42,695 | $28,787 |
Family Income in Balch Springs
Family Income Brackets in Balch Springs
According to the Balch Springs family income data, there are 1,580 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 112 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 124 | 2.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 112 | 1.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 267 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 397 | 6.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,246 | 20.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,580 | 25.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 787 | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,271 | 20.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 254 | 4.1% |
| $200,000+ | 161 | 2.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Balch Springs
7+ person families (221 | 3.6%) account for the highest median family income in Balch Springs with $106,898 per family, while 2-person families (1,530 | 24.7%) have the highest median income of $28,280 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,530 (24.7%) | $56,561 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,745 (28.1%) | $57,859 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,440 (23.2%) | $72,256 |
| 5-Person Families | 824 (13.3%) | $62,467 |
| 6-Person Families | 438 (7.1%) | $55,769 |
| 7+ Person Families | 221 (3.6%) | $106,898 |
| Total | 6,198 (100.0%) | $62,094 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Balch Springs
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 294 (4.7%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 2,276 (36.7%) | $46,376 |
| 2 Earners | 2,513 (40.6%) | $78,859 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,115 (18.0%) | $127,938 |
| Total | 6,198 (100.0%) | $62,094 |
Household Income in Balch Springs
Household Income Brackets in Balch Springs
With 1,763 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Balch Springs, accounting for 21.5% of all households. In contrast, only 148 households (1.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 148 | 1.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 320 | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 640 | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 558 | 6.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,599 | 19.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,763 | 21.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 984 | 12.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,657 | 20.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 361 | 4.4% |
| $200,000+ | 172 | 2.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Balch Springs
The median household income in Balch Springs is $58,680, with the highest median household income of $69,005 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,281 households (40.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 154 households (1.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 154 (1.9%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,120 (38.0%) | $55,874 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,281 (40.0%) | $69,005 |
| 65+ Years | 1,646 (20.1%) | $57,143 |
| Total | 8,201 (100.0%) | $58,680 |
Poverty in Balch Springs
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Balch Springs
With 9.0% poverty level for males and 13.8% for females among the residents of Balch Springs, 16 and 17 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 105 males (19.8%) and 435 females (25.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 149 (15.7%) | 259 (25.2%) |
| 5 Years | 11 (15.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 257 (15.2%) | 389 (25.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 109 (18.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 23 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 105 (19.8%) | 23 (4.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 151 (12.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 224 (10.9%) | 435 (25.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 81 (5.0%) | 210 (12.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 135 (7.9%) | 201 (12.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 69 (4.6%) | 104 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (1.2%) | 37 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 32 (14.9%) | 95 (19.7%) |
| Total | 1,204 (9.0%) | 1,904 (13.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Balch Springs
According to the poverty statistics in Balch Springs, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 803 (84.4%) | 767 (74.8%) |
| 5 Years | 59 (84.3%) | 153 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,435 (84.8%) | 1,160 (74.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 468 (81.1%) | 632 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 158 (87.3%) | 396 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 425 (80.2%) | 523 (95.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,550 (100.0%) | 1,108 (88.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,838 (89.1%) | 1,260 (74.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,529 (95.0%) | 1,440 (87.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,578 (92.1%) | 1,451 (87.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,438 (95.4%) | 1,495 (93.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 732 (98.8%) | 1,146 (96.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 182 (85.1%) | 388 (80.3%) |
| Total | 12,195 (91.0%) | 11,919 (86.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Balch Springs
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Balch Springs show that 5.8% or 224 of the total 3,849 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 18.0%, comprising of 107 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,626 (98.6%) | 23 (1.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,505 (94.1%) | 94 (5.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 488 (82.0%) | 107 (18.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,625 (94.2%) | 224 (5.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Balch Springs
According to the poverty data in Balch Springs, 9.2% or 52 single-father households and 12.8% or 228 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 32 households (10.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 32 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 32 (10.7%) | 30 (5.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 20 (10.6%) | 55 (5.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 111 (54.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Total | 52 (9.2%) | 228 (12.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Balch Springs
The poverty data for Balch Springs shows that 224 of the married-couple family households (5.8%) and 280 of the single-parent households (11.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 107 households (18.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 32 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 23 (1.4%) | 62 (7.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 94 (5.9%) | 75 (6.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 107 (18.0%) | 111 (40.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Total | 224 (5.8%) | 280 (11.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Balch Springs
Employment by Class of Employer in Balch Springs
Among the 11,694 employed individuals in Balch Springs, private company employees (9,079 | 77.6%), local government employees (921 | 7.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (569 | 4.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 9,079 | 77.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 168 | 1.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 569 | 4.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 498 | 4.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 921 | 7.9% |
| State Government Employees | 291 | 2.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 158 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 10 | 0.1% |
| Total | 11,694 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Balch Springs
According to the labor force statistics for Balch Springs, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,048), 67.7% or 13,572 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.6% or 1,167 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 91.5% or 1,609 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 52.6% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 454 (25.9%) | 26 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,724 (80.9%) | 507 (29.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,712 (85.7%) | 342 (20.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,609 (91.5%) | 64 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,716 (83.3%) | 38 (1.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,675 (79.5%) | 155 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,138 (68.1%) | 26 (2.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 824 (56.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 698 (36.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (2.6%) | 10 (52.6%) |
| Total | 13,572 (67.7%) | 1,167 (8.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Balch Springs
According to labor force statistics for Balch Springs, 79.0% of individuals (10,668) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (13,504) are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 629 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.2% or 1,082 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.0% or 318 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 2,866 (69.3%) | 170 (4.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,186 (76.2%) | 234 (5.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,535 (88.1%) | 361 (9.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,082 (92.2%) | 14 (1.2%) |
| Total | 10,668 (79.0%) | 797 (5.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Balch Springs
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Balch Springs are Community & Social Service (1,009 | 8.1%), Management (774 | 6.2%), Education Instruction & Library (590 | 4.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (412 | 3.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (356 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Balch Springs, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (94.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (91.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 441 (57.0%) | 333 (43.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 50 (23.0%) | 167 (77.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 260 (91.2%) | 25 (8.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 88 (80.7%) | 21 (19.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 109 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 63 (94.0%) | 4 (6.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 219 (21.7%) | 790 (78.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 89 (25.0%) | 267 (75.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 130 (22.0%) | 460 (78.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 36 (8.7%) | 376 (91.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 36 (14.7%) | 209 (85.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,006 (37.3%) | 1,691 (62.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,034 (56.7%) | 5,364 (43.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Balch Springs are Cleaning & Maintenance (839 | 6.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (652 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (588 | 4.7%), Security & Protection (396 | 3.2%), and Personal Care & Service (350 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Balch Springs, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (65.9%), Security & Protection (54.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (51.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Healthcare Support (82.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (57.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 104 (17.7%) | 484 (82.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 215 (54.3%) | 181 (45.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 215 (65.9%) | 111 (34.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 279 (42.8%) | 373 (57.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 429 (51.1%) | 410 (48.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 165 (47.1%) | 185 (52.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,192 (42.2%) | 1,633 (57.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,034 (56.7%) | 5,364 (43.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Balch Springs are Office & Administration (1,283 | 10.3%), and Sales & Related (1,088 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 537 (49.4%) | 551 (50.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 439 (34.2%) | 844 (65.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 976 (41.2%) | 1,395 (58.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,034 (56.7%) | 5,364 (43.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Balch Springs are Construction & Extraction (1,837 | 14.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (452 | 3.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,837 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 452 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,289 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,034 (56.7%) | 5,364 (43.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Balch Springs are Material Moving (1,037 | 8.4%), Production (729 | 5.9%), and Transportation (450 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 488 (66.9%) | 241 (33.1%) |
| Transportation | 384 (85.3%) | 66 (14.7%) |
| Material Moving | 699 (67.4%) | 338 (32.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,571 (70.9%) | 645 (29.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,034 (56.7%) | 5,364 (43.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Balch Springs
Employment Industries in Balch Springs
The major employment industries in Balch Springs include Construction (2,025 | 16.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,517 | 12.2%), Retail Trade (1,474 | 11.9%), Manufacturing (1,031 | 8.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (957 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Balch Springs
The Balch Springs industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (98.6%), and Utilities (90.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (83.1%), and Educational Services (78.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Construction | 1,997 (98.6%) | 28 (1.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 712 (69.1%) | 319 (30.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 239 (67.9%) | 113 (32.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 836 (56.7%) | 638 (43.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 741 (77.4%) | 216 (22.6%) |
| Utilities | 91 (90.1%) | 10 (9.9%) |
| Information | 112 (43.4%) | 146 (56.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 64 (24.6%) | 196 (75.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 207 (77.8%) | 59 (22.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 118 (55.9%) | 93 (44.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 391 (50.3%) | 386 (49.7%) |
| Educational Services | 192 (21.9%) | 685 (78.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 257 (16.9%) | 1,260 (83.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 116 (80.0%) | 29 (20.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 396 (42.9%) | 526 (57.1%) |
| Public Administration | 262 (36.9%) | 448 (63.1%) |
| Total | 7,034 (56.7%) | 5,364 (43.3%) |
Education in Balch Springs
School Enrollment in Balch Springs
The most common levels of schooling among the 8,414 students in Balch Springs are elementary school (2,135 | 25.4%), middle school (1,955 | 23.2%), and high school (1,836 | 21.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 209 | 2.5% |
| Kindergarten | 467 | 5.6% |
| Elementary School | 2,135 | 25.4% |
| Middle School | 1,955 | 23.2% |
| High School | 1,836 | 21.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,683 | 20.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 129 | 1.5% |
| Total | 8,414 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Balch Springs
Out of a total of 8,414 students who are enrolled in schools in Balch Springs, 631 (7.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,783 (92.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 118 (36.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 435 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 138 (90.2%) | 15 (9.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,375 (94.6%) | 137 (5.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,965 (93.3%) | 141 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,518 (97.2%) | 44 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 435 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 680 (97.1%) | 20 (2.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 471 (75.2%) | 155 (24.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 202 (63.1%) | 118 (36.9%) |
| Total | 7,783 (92.5%) | 631 (7.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Balch Springs
Business (315 | 20.5%), science & technology (259 | 16.9%), liberal arts & history (237 | 15.4%), social sciences (175 | 11.4%), and arts & humanities (153 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 1,536 individuals in Balch Springs who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 23 | 1.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 110 | 7.2% |
| Social Sciences | 175 | 11.4% |
| Engineering | 79 | 5.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 259 | 16.9% |
| Business | 315 | 20.5% |
| Education | 120 | 7.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 49 | 3.2% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 237 | 15.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 16 | 1.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 153 | 10.0% |
| Total | 1,536 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Balch Springs
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Balch Springs
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Balch Springs are males with 2 vehicles (2,106, accounting for 30.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,286, making up 43.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 240 (3.5%) | 17 (0.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 881 (12.9%) | 1,425 (29.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,106 (30.9%) | 1,286 (26.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,871 (27.5%) | 1,043 (21.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,065 (15.6%) | 457 (9.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 647 (9.5%) | 642 (13.2%) |
| Total | 6,810 (100.0%) | 4,870 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Balch Springs
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Balch Springs are 60 to 89 minutes (1,943 commuters, 17.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,856 commuters, 16.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,446 commuters, 13.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 111 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 365 | 3.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 771 | 7.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,446 | 13.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,221 | 11.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 625 | 5.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,856 | 16.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 276 | 2.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 525 | 4.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,386 | 12.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,943 | 17.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 506 | 4.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Balch Springs
The most common commute times in Balch Springs are 60 to 89 minutes (1,486 commuters, 23.1%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (1,020 commuters, 22.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 32 (0.5%) | 79 (1.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 275 (4.3%) | 90 (1.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 272 (4.2%) | 499 (10.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 870 (13.5%) | 576 (12.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 789 (12.3%) | 432 (9.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 429 (6.7%) | 196 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,203 (18.7%) | 653 (14.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 90 (1.4%) | 186 (4.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 329 (5.1%) | 196 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 366 (5.7%) | 1,020 (22.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,486 (23.1%) | 457 (9.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 284 (4.4%) | 222 (4.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Balch Springs
The most frequent times of departure to work in Balch Springs are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (1,136, 17.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (657, 14.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 657 (10.2%) | 119 (2.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 1,136 (17.7%) | 220 (4.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 465 (7.2%) | 210 (4.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 813 (12.7%) | 626 (13.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 400 (6.2%) | 584 (12.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 568 (8.8%) | 657 (14.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 132 (2.1%) | 454 (9.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 751 (11.7%) | 540 (11.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 238 (3.7%) | 223 (4.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 250 (3.9%) | 181 (3.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 86 (1.3%) | 91 (2.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 49 (0.8%) | 60 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 328 (5.1%) | 261 (5.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 552 (8.6%) | 380 (8.3%) |
| Total | 6,425 (100.0%) | 4,606 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Balch Springs
Occupancy by Ownership in Balch Springs
Of the total 8,201 dwellings in Balch Springs, owner-occupied units account for 5,069 (61.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,132 (38.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,069 | 61.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,132 | 38.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,201 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Balch Springs
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,556 | 19.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,808 | 22.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,627 | 19.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,210 | 39.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,201 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Balch Springs
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 888 (57.1%) | 668 (42.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,025 (56.7%) | 783 (43.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 796 (48.9%) | 831 (51.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,360 (73.5%) | 850 (26.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,069 (61.8%) | 3,132 (38.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Balch Springs
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,304 (58.6%) | 921 (41.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,611 (62.7%) | 960 (37.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,525 (59.9%) | 1,019 (40.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 629 (73.1%) | 232 (27.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Balch Springs
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,528 | 18.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,746 | 21.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,611 | 19.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,670 | 20.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,251 | 15.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 316 | 3.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 79 | 1.0% |
| Total | 8,201 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Balch Springs
Median Income by Occupancy in Balch Springs
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,069 (61.8%) | $78,897 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,132 (38.2%) | $47,480 |
| Average | 8,201 (100.0%) | $58,680 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Balch Springs
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 27 (0.5%) | 34 (1.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 65 (1.3%) | 25 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 85 (1.7%) | 238 (7.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 135 (2.7%) | 152 (4.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 196 (3.9%) | 160 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 166 (3.3%) | 392 (12.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 877 (17.3%) | 721 (23.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 913 (18.0%) | 850 (27.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 748 (14.8%) | 233 (7.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,384 (27.3%) | 269 (8.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 473 (9.3%) | 58 (1.8%) |
| Total | 5,069 (100.0%) | 3,132 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Balch Springs
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 281 (5.5%) | 86 (2.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 452 (8.9%) | 22 (0.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,184 (23.4%) | 317 (10.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 499 (9.8%) | 460 (14.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,159 (22.9%) | 1,514 (48.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,123 (22.2%) | 526 (16.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 266 (5.2%) | 29 (0.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 65 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 40 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,069 (100.0%) | 3,132 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Balch Springs
Housing Structures in Balch Springs
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,610 | 68.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 181 | 2.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 198 | 2.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 253 | 3.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 502 | 6.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,090 | 13.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 367 | 4.5% |
| Total | 8,201 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Balch Springs
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,702 (83.8%) | 908 (16.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 41 (22.7%) | 140 (77.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 198 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 23 (9.1%) | 230 (90.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 502 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 1,090 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 303 (82.6%) | 64 (17.4%) |
| Total | 5,069 (61.8%) | 3,132 (38.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Balch Springs
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 125 (4.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 71 (1.4%) | 852 (27.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,337 (46.1%) | 1,427 (45.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,859 (36.7%) | 605 (19.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 802 (15.8%) | 123 (3.9%) |
| Total | 5,069 (100.0%) | 3,132 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Balch Springs
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,472 (29.0%) | 389 (12.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 18 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 3,518 (69.4%) | 2,658 (84.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 19 (0.4%) | 16 (0.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 42 (0.8%) | 69 (2.2%) |
| Total | 5,069 (100.0%) | 3,132 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Balch Springs
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 195 (3.8%) | 306 (9.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,008 (19.9%) | 1,582 (50.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,787 (35.2%) | 702 (22.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,079 (41.0%) | 542 (17.3%) |
| Total | 5,069 (100.0%) | 3,132 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Balch Springs
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Balch Springs
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,320 | 2,749 |
| Median Property Value | $192,500 | $176,800 |
| Median Household Income | $76,538 | $322 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $590 | $40 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,306 | $150 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Balch Springs
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 303 (13.1%) | 113 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 300 (12.9%) | 336 (12.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,565 (67.5%) | 2,037 (74.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 68 (2.9%) | 204 (7.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (0.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 50 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 34 (1.5%) | 35 (1.3%) |
| Total | 2,320 (100.0%) | 2,749 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Balch Springs
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 69 (3.0%) | 48 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 286 (12.3%) | 23 (0.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 66 (2.8%) | 130 (4.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 421 (18.1%) | 100 (3.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 310 (13.4%) | 456 (16.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 382 (16.5%) | 603 (21.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 635 (27.4%) | 366 (13.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 151 (6.5%) | 749 (27.3%) |
| Total | 2,320 (100.0%) | 2,749 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Balch Springs
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,109 (47.8%) | 80,665 (2,934.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 408 (17.6%) | 1,170 (42.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 210 (9.0%) | 591 (21.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 582 (25.1%) | 351 (12.8%) |
| Total | 2,320 (100.0%) | 2,749 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Balch Springs
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 390 (16.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 352 (15.2%) | 228 (8.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,424 (61.4%) | 398 (14.5%) |
| Total | 2,320 (100.0%) | 2,749 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Balch Springs
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Balch Springs
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,070 (92.1%) | 177 (7.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,835 (74.1%) | 1,691 (25.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,714 (61.5%) | 1,072 (38.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,653 (49.2%) | 1,704 (50.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,800 (55.2%) | 1,460 (44.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,956 (58.1%) | 1,409 (41.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,090 (67.3%) | 1,016 (32.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,882 (97.8%) | 42 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 697 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18,697 (68.6%) | 8,571 (31.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Balch Springs
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,070 (92.1%) | 177 (7.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,835 (74.1%) | 1,691 (25.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,714 (61.5%) | 1,072 (38.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Balch Springs
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,371 (54.7%) | 1,133 (45.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,427 (64.1%) | 2,481 (35.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,377 (74.5%) | 1,500 (25.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,256 (72.2%) | 868 (27.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,200 (70.5%) | 2,589 (29.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Balch Springs
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,391 (61.9%) | 829 (36.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,391 (52.0%) | 1,763 (27.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 469 (16.8%) | 1,245 (44.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 204 (6.1%) | 1,511 (45.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 211 (6.5%) | 1,687 (51.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 597 (17.7%) | 1,415 (42.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 688 (22.2%) | 1,435 (46.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,813 (94.2%) | 473 (24.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 697 (100.0%) | 218 (31.3%) |
| Total | 9,461 (34.7%) | 10,576 (38.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Balch Springs
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (2.1%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 267 (8.7%) | 60 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 421 (11.7%) | 127 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 705 (14.6%) | 834 (17.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 249 (33.6%) | 518 (43.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 196 (91.6%) | 322 (66.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Balch Springs
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (0.7%) | 19 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 75 (1.5%) | 154 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (6.1%) | 24 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (21.5%) | 92 (19.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (2.1%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (0.8%) | 29 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 70 (1.9%) | 41 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 172 (3.6%) | 316 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 54 (7.3%) | 85 (7.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (5.1%) | 132 (27.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 199 (6.5%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 260 (7.2%) | 67 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 270 (5.6%) | 217 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (1.2%) | 320 (27.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 92 (43.0%) | 62 (12.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 110 (3.6%) | 51 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 32 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 355 (7.3%) | 625 (12.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 155 (20.9%) | 204 (17.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 162 (75.7%) | 188 (38.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 110 (3.6%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 32 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 251 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 105 (8.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (35.0%) | 39 (8.1%) |
Technology Access in Balch Springs
Computing Device Access in Balch Springs
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,385 | 65.7% |
| Smartphone | 7,446 | 90.8% |
| Tablet | 4,497 | 54.8% |
| No Computing Device | 401 | 4.9% |
| Total | 8,201 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Balch Springs
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 5,324 | 64.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,341 | 16.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 799 | 9.7% |
| No Internet | 1,039 | 12.7% |
| Total | 8,201 | 100.0% |
Balch Springs Summary
Balch Springs is a city located in Dallas County, Texas, United States. It is a suburb of Dallas and is part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. The population was 25,898 at the 2010 census, up from 17,704 at the 2000 census.
History
The area now known as Balch Springs was first settled in the 1840s by the Balch family, who were among the first settlers in the area. The family established a cotton gin and a trading post, and the area became known as Balch Springs. The town was officially incorporated in 1953.
Geography
Balch Springs is located at 32°45'25" North, 96°37'2" West (32.756944, -96.617222). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.2 square miles (41.8 km2), all of it land.
Economy
The economy of Balch Springs is largely based on retail and services. The city is home to several large retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Home Depot. There are also several restaurants, banks, and other businesses located in the city.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 17,704 people, 5,845 households, and 4,541 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,092.2 people per square mile (422.2/km2). There were 6,093 housing units at an average density of 376.3 per square mile (145.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 24.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 13.7% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 28.2% of the population.
There were 5,845 households, out of which 44.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 16.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.2% were non-families. 18.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.00 and the average family size was 3.45.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.2% under the age of 18, 10.3% from 18 to 24, 32.2% from 25 to 44, 18.2% from 45 to 64, and 7.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $41,945. Males had a median income of $30,945 versus $25,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 11.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 10.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Balch Springs?
Total Population of Balch Springs is 27,322.
What is the Total Male Population of Balch Springs?
Total Male Population of Balch Springs is 13,438.
What is the Total Female Population of Balch Springs?
Total Female Population of Balch Springs is 13,884.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Balch Springs?
There are 96.79 Males per 100 Females in Balch Springs.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Balch Springs?
There are 103.32 Females per 100 Males in Balch Springs.
What is the Median Population Age in Balch Springs?
Median Population Age in Balch Springs is 31.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Balch Springs
Average Family Size in Balch Springs is 3.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Balch Springs
Average Household Size in Balch Springs is 3.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Balch Springs?
Per Capita income in Balch Springs is $23,123.
What is the Median Family Income in Balch Springs?
Median Family Income in Balch Springs is $62,094.
What is the Median Household income in Balch Springs?
Median Household Income in Balch Springs is $58,680.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Balch Springs?
Income or Wage Gap in Balch Springs is 32.7%.
Women in Balch Springs earn 67.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Balch Springs?
Family Income Deficit in Balch Springs is $10,477.
Families that are below poverty line in Balch Springs earn $10,477 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Balch Springs?
Inequality or Gini Index in Balch Springs is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Balch Springs?
There are 13,572 People in the Labor Forcein in Balch Springs.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Balch Springs?
67.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Balch Springs.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Balch Springs?
Unemployment Rate in Balch Springs is 8.6%.