Texas · Metropolitan Area
Big Sandy is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,215. Residents earn $41,806 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Big Sandy receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Big Sandy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Big Sandy is $41,806, 44% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Big Sandy is $119,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $751 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Big Sandy is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.
16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Big Sandy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,806 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,218 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,105 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,327 |
| Unemployment | 10.2% |
| 183% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.1% |
| 127% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,931 |
| County GDP | $16,657M |
| Restaurants | 536 |
| Healthcare | 690 |
| Retail | 868 |
| Manufacturing | 184 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,835 |
| 124% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.54% |
| Commute Time | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
| Census Median | $119,800 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $214,445 |
| $/Sq Ft | $57 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 62.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
| Census Median Rent | $751 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,835 |
| 124% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.54% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.8% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.8% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 74.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,375/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 690 |
| Total Violent | 73.5/100K |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 73.5/100K |
| Total Property | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | C |
| Safety Score | 2.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 427 ft (130 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 750/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5857°N, 95.1125°W |
| County FIPS | 48423 |
Winner: Republican by 45.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.5% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 750/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 690 |
| Restaurants | 536 |
| Retail Stores | 868 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |