NORTH EAST TEXAS
Living in
WINNSBORO, TX
Vibrant & Close-knit community
Quality of Life
Winnsboro, a town of ~3,400 in Northeast Texas (Wood and Franklin Counties), offers a rural-suburban lifestyle with a strong community, affordability, and natural beauty, ideal for families and retirees. Surrounded by lakes, forests, and farmland, it has hot summers (95°F) and mild winters (35°F). It's perfect for those prioritizing peace, family, and savings. Experiencing slow growth and improving livability, it's highly recommended for escaping urban stress.
"Safe, small, and people are involved... the small town you dream of raising a family in." Low crime fosters unlocked doors and backyard barbecues; tight-knit vibe with events like Christmas parades and farmers markets.
Housing
Total Housing Units:1,334
Winnsboro: $173,306
Texas: $296,900
(Over 40% lower than the state average)
Winnsboro offers diverse and affordable family housing, including single-family homes, acreage, and waterfront properties near Lake Winnsboro. Retirees and remote workers will find new builds and renovated barndominiums particularly appealing.
Cost of Living
December 2024 cost of living index in Winnsboro:
79.9 (U.S. average is 100)
Groceries, utilities, and transportation costs are 10-20% below national averages. The walkable downtown area offers antique shops, local restaurants, and convenient access to essential services.
Safety
Winnsboro boasts a significantly lower crime rate compared to its neighboring cities, making it a safe place to live, work, and play. According to the 2024 crime rate index on City-Data.com, Winnsboro (20) is 11.8 times safer than the U.S. average (235.3).
Heathcare
Winnsboro, offers accessible healthcare via Christus and UT Health East Texas, focusing on emergency, primary, and chronic care to reduce resident travel. The local hospital serves as a critical regional access point.
Hospitals And Medical Centers In Winnsboro:
UT Health East Texas Physicians - Family Medicine
Christus Hospital in Winnsboro
Texas Family Health Center: Dr. Latortue
Winnsboro Medicine: Dr. Petty
immerse yourself
Life in Winnsboro
Winnsboro: East Texas at its best. This isn't Austin or Dallas; it's safe, scenic, and genuinely friendly. Life here is marked by the seasons: high school football in the fall, bass tournaments in the spring, and Christmas lights on the square in winter. If you're seeking roots, not a rush, Winnsboro offers an authentic East Texas experience.
As one 2024 transplant from Plano shared, "First week, a neighbor brought us peach cobbler. Haven't locked our doors since."
Planning a visit? Join us for Autumn Trails (October) or a Saturday farmers market. Explore our shops and restaurants and leave feeling like a local.
