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Bardwell, TX

Texas · Ellis County · Metropolitan Area

Bardwell is a small town in Texas with a population of 786. Residents earn $56,797 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
786 Population 2,535/sq mi density
$56,797 Median Income $23,005 per capita
$108,300 Home Value
$1,269 Median Rent 24.8% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$56,797 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,300 home value, $1,269/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,797
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,269
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population786
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density2,535/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,797
Per Capita$23,005
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$10,768M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
Rent$1,269
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units240
Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured23.3%
Smoking12.7%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation475 ft (145 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+71.1%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries5

Is Bardwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bardwell receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Bardwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bardwell is $56,797, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bardwell is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,269 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bardwell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bardwell has a population of 786 with a density of 2,535 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.4%), with 5.7% Hispanic, 23.2% Black.

Population

786
Total Population
2,535
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bardwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.5%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.5%
83% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bardwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bardwell is $56,797, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Bardwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,797
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,005
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$81,086

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,919
County GDP$10,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants344
Healthcare342
Retail451
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone67.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bardwell is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,269 (9% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,269
9% above US avg
Rent Burden24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.8%
Housing Units240
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Rate7.01%
In Bardwell, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.0%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.3%
Uninsured23.3%
171% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,632
Dentists1:3,215
Mental Health1:928
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death7,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities342
Bardwell has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 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) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation475 ft (145 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,535/sq mi
Coordinates32.2671°N, 96.6955°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEllis County County
County FIPS48139
Bardwell is located in Ellis County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+71.1%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,535/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyEllis County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities342
Restaurants344
Retail Stores451

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone67.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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