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Bailey, TX

Texas · Fannin County

Bailey is a small town in Texas with a population of 190. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
190 Population 475/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $26,972 per capita
$110,400 Home Value
$1,354 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,400 home value, $1,354/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,354
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population190
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans15.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$26,972
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$1,542M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,400
Rent$1,354
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units112
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured14.3%
Smoking16.8%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+58.5%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score4.66

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute41 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries3

Is Bailey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bailey receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Bailey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bailey is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bailey is $110,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,354 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bailey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bailey has a population of 190 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 7.4% Black.

Population

190
Total Population
475
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Bailey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bailey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bailey is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Bailey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,972
Avg Weekly Wage$1,067
IRS Avg AGI$66,490

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)635
County GDP$1,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.1 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bailey is $110,400, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,354 (16% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,400
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,354
16% above US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$756
1 Bedroom$778
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,266
4 Bedrooms$1,432

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units112
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Effective Rate5.24%
In Bailey, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.1%
Uninsured14.3%
66% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,224
Dentists1:4,125
Mental Health1:963
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits55.0%
Premature Death10,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities45
Bailey has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates33.4336°N, 96.1651°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyFannin County County
County FIPS48147
Bailey is located in Fannin County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.4-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+58.5%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score4.66
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density475/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyFannin County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants39
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.1 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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