Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.5%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.3%

65% lower than US avg

How B and E Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population187

Median Age24.8 yrs

Density2,671/mi²

Male / Female83% / 17%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans83.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$24,563

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty4.3%

County GDP$1,559M

Commute49 min

Health

Obesity43.5%

Uninsured42.1%

Smoking16.1%

Depression20.3%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation222 ft (68 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+35.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute49 min

Broadband38.0%

Libraries1

Is B and E a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, B and E receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. B and E has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

B and E has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

B and E has a population of 187 with a density of 2,671 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

187

Total Population

2,671

People / sq mi

24.8yrs

Median Age

36% below US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 83.4%

Female 16.6%

Race & Ethnicity

B and E vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Spanish	100.0%
	646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

B and E vs U.S. Average

The median household income in B and E is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: B and E vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$24,563
Avg Weekly Wage	$765
IRS Avg AGI	$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.3%
	65% below US avg
Establishments (County)	666
County GDP	$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	108
Retail	128
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	49.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In B and E, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 42.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 44.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: B and E vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.5%
	36% above US avg
Diabetes	18.9%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	35.6%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	4.1%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.9%
Physical Inactivity	44.9%
Depression	20.3%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	18.8%
Short Sleep	41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	42.1%
	390% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,885
Dentists	1:6,573
Mental Health	1:3,140
Checkup Rate	70.2%
Dental Visits	33.3%
Premature Death	9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	3.0/10
Exercise Access	62.4%
Healthcare Facilities	108

B and E has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)

Annual Average	74.4°F
	38% above US avg
January Average	58°F (14°C)
July Average	87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.5 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	222 ft (68 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	2,671/sq mi
Coordinates	26.3565°N, 98.7537°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Starr County County
County FIPS	48427

B and E is located in Starr County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%

D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	35.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	2,671/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi
County	Starr County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	38.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	108
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	49.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

B and E, TX

How B and E Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is B and E a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

B and E vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

B and E vs U.S. Average

Income: B and E vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: B and E vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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