Barton Creek, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Barton Creek is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,281. Residents earn $193,971 per year, which is 158% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
3,281 Population 670/sq mi density
$193,971 Median Income $168,626 per capita
$1,752,800 Home Value
$1,983 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$193,971 median income, 1.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$1,752,800 home value, $1,983/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $193,971
158% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,752,800
522% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.3%
118% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,983
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.9%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,281
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density670/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$193,971
Per Capita$168,626
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$202,653M
Commute22 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,752,800
Rent$1,983
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Elevation812 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.3%
High School+98.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 69%
Commute22 min
Libraries33

Is Barton Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barton Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Barton Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barton Creek is $193,971, which is significantly higher than the national average — 158% above $75,149. This places Barton Creek among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barton Creek is $1,752,800, making it a premium housing market at 522% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,983 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Barton Creek is a highly educated community — 73.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Barton Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Barton Creek has a population of 3,281 with a density of 670 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

3,281
Total Population
670
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Barton Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barton Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barton Creek is $193,971, which is 158% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Barton Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$193,971
158% above US avg
Per Capita Income$168,626
Avg Weekly Wage$1,851
IRS Avg AGI$156,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)51,913
County GDP$202,653M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,614
Healthcare4,367
Retail3,884
Manufacturing906

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$14,459
313% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home34.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Barton Creek is $1,752,800, 522% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,983 (71% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,752,800
522% above US avg
Median List Price$3,322,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$3,322,500
$/Sq Ft$803
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio93.1%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,983
71% above 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-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,459
313% above US avg
Effective Rate0.82%
In Barton Creek, 25.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 13.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Barton Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.9%
19% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure24.3%
Asthma9.2%
COPD3.3%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity13.8%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress8.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death5,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities4,367

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)160

Safety Score

Barton Creek has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average70.0°F
30% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation812 ft (247 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density670/sq mi
Coordinates30.2832°N, 97.8696°W
County FIPS48453
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 73.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (118% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.4%
D 68.8%

Winner: Democrat by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.3%
118% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density670/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities4,367
Restaurants3,614
Retail Stores3,884

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)160

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home34.9%

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