Blanco, TX

Texas

Blanco is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,336. Residents earn $67,292 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,336 Population 669/sq mi density
$67,292 Median Income $37,643 per capita
$253,700 Home Value $538,238 Zillow
$930 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
167 Violent Crime/100K 1,889 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,292 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$253,700 home value, $930/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
167 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,292
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $253,700
10% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 167/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.1%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $930
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,336
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density669/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,292
Per Capita$37,643
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$711M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$253,700
Rent$930
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$538,238

Crime

F
Violent167/100K
Property1,889/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault167/100K
Burglary389/100K

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation1,307 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.77

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Blanco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blanco receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. 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 $67,292, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blanco is $253,700, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Blanco is below the national average at 167 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,889 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Blanco enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Blanco has a population of 2,336 with a density of 669 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

2,336
Total Population
669
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Blanco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blanco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blanco is $67,292, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Blanco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,292
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,235
IRS Avg AGI$112,217

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)494
County GDP$711M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare16
Retail47
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,798
151% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Blanco is $253,700, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $538,238.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,700
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$538,238

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$884
1 Bedroom$889
2 Bedrooms$1,167
3 Bedrooms$1,623
4 Bedrooms$1,717

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied45.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,798
151% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Blanco, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death8,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access37.7%
Healthcare Facilities16
Blanco has a violent crime rate of 167 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,889 per 100,000 (4% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent166.7/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault166.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,888.9/100K
4% below US avg
Burglary388.9/100K
Theft1,500.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Blanco has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,307 ft (398 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density669/sq mi
Coordinates30.0986°N, 98.4171°W
County FIPS48031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.77
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density669/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants48
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Work from Home12.2%

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