Rising Star, TX is a small town located in Eastland County with a population of 730. It is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere in which outdoor activities are abundant throughout the year. Local businesses include several cafes, shops, and family-owned restaurants. For outdoor activities there are several parks, lakes, and trails that offer fishing, camping, hiking and cycling opportunities. Other local organizations include the Rising Star Public Library and the Rising Star Community Center which regularly host community events such as sporting events for children and adults. The Rising Star Sports Association holds several sports tournaments throughout the year such as basketball, football, baseball and softball games for youth teams of all ages. For those who prefer to watch these sporting events rather than compete in them can enjoy watching one of the many seasonal games held at the local stadium or outdoor courts. The US Population Density in Rising Star is 93 people per square mile making it one of the most densely populated small towns in Texas.
The population in Rising Star is 730. There are 423 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Rising Star is 36.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Rising Star is 3.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Rising Star
- 35.1% are married
- 14.0% are divorced
- 37.6% are married with children
- 18.1% have children, but are single
Race in Rising Star
- 88.6% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 11.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander