The town received its name from natural springs associated with the porous limestone rocks in the area.

Also in 1891, the town acquired a post office and was made county seat.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km2), all land.

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.

[11] The economy of Rocksprings is centered on the wool and mohair industry, and the town is recognized as the Angora goat capital of the world.

Tourism has become a growing part of the economy, with the opening of Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area, located approximately 8 miles (13 km) northeast of Rocksprings.

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 874 people, 559 households, and 340 families residing in the town.

In Pop Culture The town of Rocksprings was the location of the Texas State Penitentiary, Spring Valley Unit, in two episodes in season three of the television show Brooklyn Nine-Nine.