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Bear Creek, TX

Texas · Travis County · Metropolitan Area

Bear Creek is a small town in Texas with a population of 503. Residents earn $125,250 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
503 Population 441/sq mi density
$125,250 Median Income $63,200 per capita
$728,400 Home Value
$2,563 Median Rent 43.8% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$125,250 median income, 3.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$728,400 home value, $2,563/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,250
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $728,400
158% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.9%
104% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,563
120% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population503
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density441/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,250
Per Capita$63,200
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$202,653M
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$728,400
Rent$2,563
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units196
Rent Burden43.8%

Health

Obesity28.8%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking7.6%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation969 ft (295 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.9%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+35.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 69%
Commute24 min
Broadband93.5%
Libraries33

Is Bear Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bear Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bear Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bear Creek is $125,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Bear Creek among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bear Creek is $728,400, making it a premium housing market at 158% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,563 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Bear Creek is a highly educated community — 68.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bear Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bear Creek has a population of 503 with a density of 441 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

503
Total Population
441
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bear Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bear Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bear Creek is $125,250, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bear Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,250
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,851
IRS Avg AGI$156,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone56.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bear Creek is $728,400, 158% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,563 (120% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$728,400
158% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$380
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,563
120% above US avg
Rent Burden43.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units196
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,459
313% above US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Bear Creek, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 7.6% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 14.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma9.0%
COPD3.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity14.4%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress8.8%
Short Sleep29.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,194
Dentists1:1,313
Mental Health1:248
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits73.7%
Premature Death5,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities4,367
Bear Creek has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation969 ft (295 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density441/sq mi
Coordinates30.1824°N, 97.9401°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTravis County County
County FIPS48453
Bear Creek is located in Travis County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 68.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (104% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.3-point margin. 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.4%
D 68.8%

Winner: Democrat by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.9%
104% above US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+35.2%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density441/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyTravis County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities4,367
Restaurants3,614
Retail Stores3,884

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)160

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone56.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.0%

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