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Angus, TX

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Angus is a small town in Texas with a population of 423. Residents earn $49,844 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
423 Population 129/sq mi density
$49,844 Median Income $27,755 per capita
$175,600 Home Value $209,570 Zillow
$1,571 Median Rent 39.3% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,844 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$175,600 home value, $1,571/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,844
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,600
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,571
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

How Angus Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population423
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,844
Per Capita$27,755
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$1,278M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,600
Rent$1,571
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,570
Housing Units188
Rent Burden39.3%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured18.6%
Smoking18.6%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation418 ft (127 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute22 min
Broadband81.3%
Libraries2

Is Angus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Angus receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Angus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Angus is $49,844, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Angus is $175,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,571 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Angus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Angus has a population of 423 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.6%), with 19.1% Black.

Population

423
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Angus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Angus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Angus is $49,844, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Angus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,844
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,755
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$63,146

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$1,278M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare26
Retail59
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Angus is $175,600, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,571 (35% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,570.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,600
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$209,570

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,571
35% above US avg
Rent Burden39.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.0%
Housing Units188
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Angus, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Angus vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.4%
Uninsured18.6%
116% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits47.8%
Premature Death10,438/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Angus has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation418 ft (127 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates31.9995°N, 96.4277°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.4-point margin. 81.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.6%
39% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants37
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

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