Median Income
$52,125
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$214,500
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
40.5%
227% higher than US avg
How Blanco Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population427
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Economy
C+
Median Income$52,125
Per Capita$36,415
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty40.5%
County GDP$7,043M
Commute24 min
Housing
A
Home Value$214,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,129
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation5,697 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+94.8%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Libraries3
Is Blanco a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Blanco receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Blanco offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Blanco is $52,125, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 40.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Blanco is $214,500, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Blanco experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Blanco has a population of 427 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.4%), with 2.8% Hispanic.
Population
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 71.9% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Spanish | 28.1% |
| 110% above US avg |
The median household income in Blanco is $52,125, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,125 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,415 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,077 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,852 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 40.5% |
| 227% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,087 |
| County GDP | $7,043M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 230 |
| Healthcare | 294 |
| Retail | 417 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,974 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 15.8% |
The median home value in Blanco is $214,500, 24% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,129.
Home Values
| Census Median | $214,500 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $241,129 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,974 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
In Blanco, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Blanco vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.8% |
| Premature Death | 18,277/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 294 |
Crime Rates: Blanco vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Blanco has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.1 inches |
| 68% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,697 ft (1,736 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (15.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7618°N, 107.7702°W |
| County FIPS | 35045 |