Bailey's Prairie, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $94,306

25% higher than US avg

Home Value $363,600

29% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 29.6%

12% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.6%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.6%

83% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.7%

54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population730

Median Age51.0 yrs

Density104/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans6.7%

Economy

A+

Median Income$94,306

Per Capita$52,559

Unemployment0.6%

Poverty5.7%

County GDP$23,376M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$363,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units322

Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity36.6%

Uninsured13.9%

Smoking12.5%

Depression22.5%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain53.4 in/yr

Sunny Days314/yr

Elevation28 ft (9 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.6%

High School+95.7%

Graduate+11.1%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute32 min

Broadband76.3%

Libraries13

Is Bailey's Prairie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bailey's Prairie receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Bailey's Prairie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bailey's Prairie is $94,306, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bailey's Prairie is $363,600, 29% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bailey's Prairie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bailey's Prairie has a population of 730 with a density of 104 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.7% female and 57.3% male. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 5.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.2% of residents, while 9.8% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 16.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

730

Total Population

104

People / sq mi

51.0yrs

Median Age

31% above US avg

7.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%

Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bailey's Prairie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.2%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	9.8%
	27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bailey's Prairie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bailey's Prairie is $94,306, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,559 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,312. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,858 business establishments, including 727 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 12.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Bailey's Prairie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$94,306
	25% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$52,559
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,312
IRS Avg AGI	$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.6%
	83% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.7%
	54% below US avg
Establishments (County)	6,858
County GDP	$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants	727
Healthcare	920
Retail	892
Manufacturing	253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,186
	134% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.7 min
Drive Alone	86.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bailey's Prairie is $363,600, 29% above the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 322 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $8,186 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$363,600
	29% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	93.4%
Housing Units	322
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,186
	134% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.25%

In Bailey's Prairie, 36.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 33.4% have high blood pressure. 12.5% are current smokers. 18.9% report binge drinking. 23.8% are physically inactive. 22.5% report depression. 17.6% experience frequent mental distress. 13.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,531. The dentist ratio is 1:1,695. 79.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.6%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	33.4%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.5%
	11% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.8%
Depression	22.5%
Mental Distress	17.6%
Physical Distress	12.1%
Short Sleep	43.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.3%
Uninsured	13.9%
	62% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,531
Dentists	1:1,695
Mental Health	1:852
Checkup Rate	74.9%
Dental Visits	56.9%
Premature Death	7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	79.2%
Healthcare Facilities	920

Bailey's Prairie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 314 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 28 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	70.9°F
	31% above US avg
January Average	56°F (13°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	53.4 inches
	40% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	28 ft (9 m)
Area	7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density	104/sq mi
Coordinates	29.1478°N, 95.4998°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Brazoria County County
County FIPS	48039

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	56°F (13°C)	4.1 in	Coldest
February	56°F (13°C)	3.3 in
March	63°F (17°C)	3.0 in
April	69°F (20°C)	3.0 in	Driest
May	75°F (24°C)	4.8 in
June	81°F (27°C)	6.1 in
July	84°F (29°C)	5.0 in	Warmest
August	83°F (28°C)	4.8 in
September	79°F (26°C)	6.8 in	Wettest
October	72°F (22°C)	4.2 in
November	63°F (17°C)	4.6 in
December	56°F (13°C)	3.8 in

Bailey's Prairie has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 56°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.8") and April the driest (3.0").

Bailey's Prairie is located in Brazoria County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 29.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.2% of the vote, a 19.7-point margin. 76.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 920 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%

D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	29.6%
	12% below US avg
High School+	95.7%
Graduate Degree+	11.1%
School Test Score	5.10

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	104/sq mi
Total Area	7.0 sq mi
County	Brazoria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	76.3%
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	920
Restaurants	727
Retail Stores	892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	35
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.7 min
Drive Alone	86.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bailey's Prairie

What is the population of Bailey's Prairie?

Bailey's Prairie has a population of 730 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.7% female and 57.3% male.

Is Bailey's Prairie expensive to live in?

Bailey's Prairie has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $94,306, 25% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $363,600 (29% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bailey's Prairie?

Bailey's Prairie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Bailey's Prairie?

The job market in Bailey's Prairie is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,312. There are 6,858 business establishments in the area, including 727 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 12.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bailey's Prairie?

The median home value in Bailey's Prairie is $363,600. The average annual property tax is $8,186.

How are the schools in Bailey's Prairie?

Schools in Bailey's Prairie score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.6% of adults in Bailey's Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bailey's Prairie?

The obesity rate in Bailey's Prairie is 36.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.5% of adults are smokers. 23.8% are physically inactive. 22.5% of residents report depression. 13.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 79.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,531.

What is transportation like in Bailey's Prairie?

The average commute in Bailey's Prairie is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bailey's Prairie?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bailey's Prairie is 86.7% White, 5.8% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 90.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.8% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 16.1% of residents have a disability. 91.3% have health insurance coverage.

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