Bledsoe, TX — City Data & Statistics

Home Value $29,700

89% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 50.0%

303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population120

Median Age31.5 yrs

Density333/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 78%

Veterans65.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$16,429

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty50.0%

County GDP$291M

Commute9 min

Housing

Home Value$29,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units60

Rent Burden21.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain17.6 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation3,964 ft (1,208 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+32.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute9 min

Broadband34.0%

Libraries1

Is Bledsoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bledsoe receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bledsoe has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bledsoe is $29,700, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bledsoe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bledsoe has a population of 120 with a density of 333 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45% female and 55% male. The city is predominantly White (78.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 23.7% of residents, while 76.3% speak Spanish. 65.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 37.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 68.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

120

Total Population

333

People / sq mi

31.5yrs

Median Age

19% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%

Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Bledsoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	23.7%
	70% below US avg
Spanish	76.3%
	469% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bledsoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bledsoe is N/A. Per capita income is $16,429 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,136, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 126 business establishments, including 4 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bledsoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$16,429
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,136
IRS Avg AGI	$57,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	50.0%
	303% above US avg
Establishments (County)	126
County GDP	$291M

Business (County)

Restaurants	4
Healthcare	5
Retail	5

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	9.3 min
Drive Alone	88.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bledsoe is $29,700, 89% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 60 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1958. 21.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$29,700
	89% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	55.9%
Housing Units	60
Median Year Built	1958

Property Tax

Bledsoe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 3,964 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.4°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	17.6 inches
	54% below US avg
Snowfall	6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,964 ft (1,208 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	333/sq mi
Coordinates	33.6181°N, 103.0182°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Cochran County County
County FIPS	48079

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (4°C)	0.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	42°F (6°C)	0.5 in
March	49°F (10°C)	0.5 in
April	57°F (14°C)	0.8 in
May	66°F (19°C)	1.8 in
June	74°F (23°C)	2.5 in
July	79°F (26°C)	2.5 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.0 in	Wettest
September	70°F (21°C)	2.5 in
October	59°F (15°C)	1.5 in
November	48°F (9°C)	0.7 in
December	40°F (4°C)	0.5 in

Bledsoe has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 40°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.4").

Bledsoe is located in Cochran County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.3% of the vote, a 65.7-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 5 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%

D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	32.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	333/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi
County	Cochran County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	34.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	5
Restaurants	4
Retail Stores	5

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	9.3 min
Drive Alone	88.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bledsoe

What is the population of Bledsoe?

Bledsoe has a population of 120 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 333 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45% female and 55% male.

Is Bledsoe expensive to live in?

Bledsoe has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $29,700 (89% below the U.S. median).

What is the weather like in Bledsoe?

Bledsoe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Bledsoe?

The job market in Bledsoe is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,136. There are 126 business establishments in the area, including 4 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 9 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bledsoe?

The median home value in Bledsoe is $29,700.

How are the schools in Bledsoe?

Schools in Bledsoe score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Bledsoe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bledsoe?

The average commute in Bledsoe is 9 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bledsoe?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bledsoe is 78.3% White. 23.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 76.3% speak Spanish. 65.0% of the population are military veterans. 37.5% of residents have a disability. 68.3% have health insurance coverage.

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