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Bedias, TX

Texas · Madison County

Bedias is a small town in Texas with a population of 467. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
467 Population 421/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $21,868 per capita
$210,200 Home Value $324,564 Zillow
$963 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,200 home value, $963/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,200
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $963
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.2%
152% higher than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age30.1 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$21,868
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty31.2%
County GDP$741M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,200
Rent$963
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$324,564
Housing Units192
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking13.7%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation307 ft (94 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute49 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries1

Is Bedias a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bedias receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Bedias offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bedias is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bedias is $210,200, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bedias enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bedias has a population of 467 with a density of 421 people per square mile. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (31.7%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 3.6% Black.

Population

467
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bedias vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.2%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bedias vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bedias is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Bedias vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,868
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$62,005

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.2%
152% above US avg
Establishments (County)301
County GDP$741M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare19
Retail42
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,533
58% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.3 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bedias is $210,200, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,564.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,200
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$324,564

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$963
17% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%
Housing Units192
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,533
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Bedias, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,573
Dentists1:4,554
Mental Health1:4,581
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death12,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access24.1%
Healthcare Facilities19
Bedias has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation307 ft (94 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates30.7816°N, 95.9446°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMadison County County
County FIPS48313
Bedias is located in Madison County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyMadison County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants44
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.3 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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