Bangs, TX

Texas

Bangs is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,731. Residents earn $50,486 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,731 Population 1,154/sq mi density
$50,486 Median Income $29,561 per capita
$106,300 Home Value $173,791 Zillow
$719 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
315 Violent Crime/100K 568 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,486 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $719/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
315 violent crimes/100K (17% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,486
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 315/100K
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,731
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,154/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,486
Per Capita$29,561
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$281M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,791

Crime

F
Violent315/100K
Property568/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault189/100K
Burglary126/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,604 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Bangs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bangs receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bangs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bangs is $50,486, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bangs is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bangs is below the national average at 315 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 568 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bangs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bangs has a population of 1,731 with a density of 1,154 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 8.1% Black.

Population

1,731
Total Population
1,154
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bangs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bangs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bangs is $50,486, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Bangs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,486
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,561
Avg Weekly Wage$866
IRS Avg AGI$61,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$281M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare16
Retail31
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bangs is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,791

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Bangs, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.9%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death13,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities16
Bangs has a violent crime rate of 315 per 100,000 residents, 17% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 568 per 100,000 (71% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Bangs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent315.5/100K
17% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape126.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault189.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property567.8/100K
71% below US avg
Burglary126.2/100K
Theft441.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bangs has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density1,154/sq mi
Coordinates31.7161°N, 99.1303°W
County FIPS48083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.3%
D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 79 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,154/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants25
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home3.9%

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