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Appleby, TX

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Appleby is a small town in Texas with a population of 573. Residents earn $79,844 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
573 Population 267/sq mi density
$79,844 Median Income $43,480 per capita
$212,000 Home Value
$938 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,844 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$212,000 home value, $938/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,844
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $212,000
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $938
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population573
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,844
Per Capita$43,480
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$3,747M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$212,000
Rent$938
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units236
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured14.2%
Smoking15.0%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation418 ft (127 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute24 min
Broadband91.2%
Libraries1

Is Appleby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Appleby receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Appleby stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Appleby is $79,844, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Appleby is $212,000, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $938 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Appleby 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 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Appleby has a population of 573 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.5%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 10.5% Black.

Population

573
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Appleby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.6%
31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Appleby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Appleby is $79,844, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Appleby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,844
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,480
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$66,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,424
County GDP$3,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare188
Retail222
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Appleby is $212,000, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $938 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,000
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$938
19% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.9%
Housing Units236
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Appleby, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Uninsured14.2%
65% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits54.0%
Premature Death11,089/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities188
Appleby 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 49.9 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 (28°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation418 ft (127 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates31.7170°N, 94.6078°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48347
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 91.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants138
Retail Stores222

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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