Big Sandy CCD, Texas
Big Sandy CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Big Sandy CCD is a geographic entity located in Upshur County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,445. The land area covers 106.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,445 | ±615 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,093 | ±224 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,481 | ±246 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,093 | ±224 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 388 | ±142 |
| Median Home Value | $113,300 | ±$20,341 |
| Median Gross Rent | $928 | ±$313 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,015 | ±$10,000 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,542 | ±$3,156 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.5% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 842 | ±258 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,415 | ±392 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±5.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 44,050 (2024)
ID: 175952
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
PO BOX 730, GILMER TX 75644-0730
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BIG SANDY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BIG SANDY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BIG SANDY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | GILMER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | GILMER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | GILMER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GILMER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | GILMER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GLADEWATER, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GLADEWATER, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jarvis Christian University
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College | 7.0 mi away | PR 7631, Hwy 80 E, Hawkins, TX, 75765-1470 |
9037304890
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ALLEN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 121 E BLACKBOURN ST, HAWKINS, TX, 75765 |
(903) 769-2241
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Kilgore College
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College | 20.1 mi away | 1100 Broadway, Kilgore, TX, 75662-3299 |
9039848531
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LEE-BARDWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 312 W PACIFIC AVE, GLADEWATER, TX, 75647 |
(903) 845-2640
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Texas College
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College | 22.0 mi away | 2404 N. Grand Avenue, Tyler, TX, 75702 |
90359383112297
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UPSHUR COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 702 W TYLER ST, GILMER, TX, 75644 |
(903) 843-5001
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Barber Institute of Texas
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College Vocational | 22.2 mi away | 2430 South High Street Ste B4, Longview, TX, 75602-3456 |
9032369695
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WHITE OAK SCHOOL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 200 S WHITE OAK RD, WHITE OAK, TX, 75693 |
(903) 291-2052
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LeTourneau University
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College | 22.4 mi away | 2100 S Mobberly Ave, Longview, TX, 75602 |
9032333000
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KILGORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 301 N HENDERSON BLVD, KILGORE, TX, 75662 |
(903) 984-1529
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GILMER 4 WNW, TX US, located 9.0 miles from Big Sandy CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.6° | 32.7° | 44.1° | 3.76" | 0.6" |
| February | 60.2° | 35.2° | 47.7° | 4.09" | 0.7" |
| March | 67.0° | 42.6° | 54.8° | 4.22" | 0.2" |
| April | 74.5° | 49.3° | 61.9° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.6° | 59.3° | 70.4° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.6° | 67.2° | 77.9° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.6° | 70.5° | 81.5° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.2° | 69.4° | 80.8° | 3.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.4° | 62.2° | 74.8° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.2° | 51.4° | 64.3° | 4.57" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.5° | 41.2° | 53.3° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.4° | 34.0° | 45.7° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sandy town | Town | 3.4 mi | — |
| Hawkins city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Gladewater city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Union Grove city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Holly Lake Ranch CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Warren City city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4845990295. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.