Barry, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $64,688

14% lower than US avg

Home Value $111,500

60% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.9%

77% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,088

6% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.4%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.4%

89% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.7%

46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population336

Median Age36.5 yrs

Density764/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 51%

Veterans7.7%

Economy

Median Income$64,688

Per Capita$25,374

Unemployment0.4%

Poverty6.7%

County GDP$2,378M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$111,500

Rent$1,088

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$290,895

Housing Units116

Rent Burden18.5%

Health

Obesity39.4%

Uninsured24.3%

Smoking20.1%

Depression25.3%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain40.2 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation498 ft (152 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.9%

High School+80.1%

Graduate+2.4%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%

Commute29 min

Broadband96.0%

Libraries2

Is Barry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barry receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Barry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barry is $64,688, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barry is $111,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,088 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Barry 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.

Barry has a population of 336 with a density of 764 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.9% female and 46.1% male. The city is predominantly White (50.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 61.4% of residents, while 38.6% speak Spanish. 7.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 73.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

336

Total Population

764

People / sq mi

36.5yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%

Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Barry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	61.4%
	22% below US avg
Spanish	38.6%
	188% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Barry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barry is $64,688, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,374 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $966, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,010 business establishments, including 79 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 2.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Barry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$64,688
	14% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,374
Avg Weekly Wage	$966
IRS Avg AGI	$63,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.4%
	89% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.7%
	46% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,010
County GDP	$2,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants	79
Healthcare	122
Retail	147
Manufacturing	58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,220
	106% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.3 min
Drive Alone	77.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Barry is $111,500, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,895, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,088 (6% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 116 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $7,220 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 18.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$111,500
	60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$290,895

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,088
	6% below US avg
Rent Burden	18.5%

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	63.4%
Housing Units	116
Median Year Built	1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,220
	106% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.48%

In Barry, 39.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 36.0% have high blood pressure. 20.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.6% report binge drinking. 35.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.8% experience frequent mental distress. 24.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,573. The dentist ratio is 1:2,732. 53.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.4%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	14.6%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	36.0%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	8.9%
Cancer	6.3%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.1%
	44% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.6%
Physical Inactivity	35.1%
Depression	25.3%
Mental Distress	20.8%
Physical Distress	17.0%
Short Sleep	40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.4%
Uninsured	24.3%
	183% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,573
Dentists	1:2,732
Mental Health	1:1,325
Checkup Rate	71.3%
Dental Visits	45.1%
Premature Death	11,374/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	53.4%
Healthcare Facilities	122

Barry enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 308 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 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 498 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.8°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.2 inches
	6% above US avg
Snowfall	0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	498 ft (152 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	764/sq mi
Coordinates	32.1004°N, 96.6405°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Navarro County County
County FIPS	48349

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	46°F (8°C)	2.2 in	Coldest
February	50°F (10°C)	2.8 in
March	58°F (14°C)	3.2 in
April	65°F (18°C)	3.4 in
May	73°F (23°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	80°F (27°C)	3.4 in
July	84°F (29°C)	1.9 in	Warmest, Driest
August	84°F (29°C)	2.1 in
September	78°F (25°C)	3.5 in
October	67°F (20°C)	4.2 in
November	56°F (13°C)	3.1 in
December	48°F (9°C)	2.9 in

Barry has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 46°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (1.9").

Barry is located in Navarro County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 7.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.6% of the vote, a 51.8-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 122 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%

D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.9%
	77% below US avg
High School+	80.1%
Graduate Degree+	2.4%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	764/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi
County	Navarro County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	122
Restaurants	79
Retail Stores	147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.3 min
Drive Alone	77.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Barry

What is the population of Barry?

Barry has a population of 336 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 764 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.9% female and 46.1% male.

Is Barry expensive to live in?

Barry 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 $64,688, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $111,500 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,088 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Barry?

Barry enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Barry?

The job market in Barry is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $966. There are 1,010 business establishments in the area, including 79 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 2.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Barry?

The median home value in Barry is $111,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,895. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,088. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $7,220.

How are the schools in Barry?

Schools in Barry score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.9% of adults in Barry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Barry?

The obesity rate in Barry is 39.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.1% of adults are smokers. 35.1% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 24.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 53.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,573.

What is transportation like in Barry?

The average commute in Barry is 29 minutes. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Barry?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Barry is 50.9% White, 0.9% Black or African American. 61.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 38.6% speak Spanish. 7.7% of the population are military veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability. 73.4% have health insurance coverage.

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