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Bloomburg, TX

Texas · Cass County

Bloomburg is a small town in Texas with a population of 303. Residents earn $76,389 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
303 Population 300/sq mi density
$76,389 Median Income $25,786 per capita
$67,300 Home Value
$827 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$76,389 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,300 home value, $827/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,389
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $67,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $827
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population303
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,389
Per Capita$25,786
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,478M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,300
Rent$827
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units173
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking15.8%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation309 ft (94 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Broadband74.6%
Libraries3

Is Bloomburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bloomburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomburg is $76,389, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Bloomburg is $67,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% 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 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bloomburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bloomburg has a population of 303 with a density of 300 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 11.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 10.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.6% of residents have a disability. 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

303
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloomburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomburg is $76,389, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,786 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $923, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 568 business establishments, including 64 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bloomburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,389
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,786
Avg Weekly Wage$923
IRS Avg AGI$57,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)568
County GDP$1,478M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare44
Retail74
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomburg is $67,300, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $827 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 173 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1990. The average annual property tax is $4,255 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 15.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,300
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$827
29% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.7%
Housing Units173
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate6.32%
In Bloomburg, 36.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.9% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.3% experience frequent mental distress. 11.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,760. The dentist ratio is 1:3,171. 36.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,760
Dentists1:3,171
Mental Health1:2,866
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death14,420/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access36.1%
Healthcare Facilities44
Bloomburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 304 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 50.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 309 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation309 ft (94 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates33.1378°N, 94.0591°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCass County County
County FIPS48067
Bloomburg is located in Cass County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 11.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 2.4% 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 82.7% of the vote, a 65.7-point margin. 74.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 44 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyCass County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants64
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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