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Blanket, TX

Texas · Brown County

Blanket is a small town in Texas with a population of 360. Residents earn $45,417 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
360 Population 554/sq mi density
$45,417 Median Income $25,871 per capita
$77,300 Home Value $286,665 Zillow
$578 Median Rent 22.8% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$45,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,300 home value, $578/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,417
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,300
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $578
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population360
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density554/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,417
Per Capita$25,871
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,300
Rent$578
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,665
Housing Units168
Rent Burden22.8%

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured14.6%
Smoking14.7%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+78.0%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute19 min
Broadband78.9%
Libraries2

Is Blanket a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blanket receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Blanket offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blanket is $45,417, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blanket is $77,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $578 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Blanket enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Blanket has a population of 360 with a density of 554 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

360
Total Population
554
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Blanket vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Blanket vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blanket is $45,417, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Blanket vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,417
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,871
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$64,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare113
Retail138
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Blanket is $77,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $578 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,665.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,300
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,665
Median List Price$249,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,000
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$578
50% below US avg
Rent Burden22.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Effective Rate8.96%
In Blanket, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Uninsured14.6%
70% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,910
Dentists1:2,741
Mental Health1:490
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits55.3%
Premature Death11,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities113
Blanket has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.6 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.6 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density554/sq mi
Coordinates31.8244°N, 98.7897°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBrown County County
County FIPS48049
Blanket is located in Brown County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.9-point margin. 78.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.6%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 73.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+78.0%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density554/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountyBrown County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants87
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home2.7%

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