Home Value $585,900

108% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 53.6%

59% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.1%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 25.5%

106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population169

Median Age55.5 yrs

Density528/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans94.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$36,297

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty25.5%

County GDP$2,487M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$585,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units43

Rent Burden33.5%

Health

Obesity31.1%

Uninsured10.7%

Smoking12.0%

Depression23.0%

Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain34.1 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation910 ft (277 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+53.6%

High School+97.6%

Graduate+16.7%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%

Commute27 min

Broadband58.0%

Libraries2

Is Bluff Dale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bluff Dale receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Bluff Dale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bluff Dale is $585,900, making it a premium housing market at 108% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Bluff Dale is a highly educated community — 53.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bluff Dale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bluff Dale has a population of 169 with a density of 528 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

169

Total Population

528

People / sq mi

55.5yrs

Median Age

43% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bluff Dale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.4%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.6%
	73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bluff Dale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bluff Dale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bluff Dale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$36,297
Avg Weekly Wage	$913
IRS Avg AGI	$72,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	25.5%
	106% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,279
County GDP	$2,487M

Business (County)

Restaurants	107
Healthcare	86
Retail	160
Manufacturing	36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,187
	77% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.4 min
Drive Alone	77.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bluff Dale is $585,900, 108% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$585,900
	108% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.5%

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	70.7%
Housing Units	43
Median Year Built	1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,187
	77% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.06%

In Bluff Dale, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bluff Dale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.1%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	7.9%
Heart Disease	4.0%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	4.8%
Cancer	6.1%
Stroke	2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.0%
	14% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.6%
Physical Inactivity	18.3%
Depression	23.0%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	10.6%
Short Sleep	37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.8%
Uninsured	10.7%
	24% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,735
Dentists	1:1,756
Mental Health	1:762
Checkup Rate	67.2%
Dental Visits	55.7%
Premature Death	7,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.0/10
Exercise Access	70.4%
Healthcare Facilities	86

Bluff Dale has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.0°F
	20% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	34.1 inches
	10% below US avg
Snowfall	0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	910 ft (277 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	528/sq mi
Coordinates	32.3497°N, 98.0249°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Erath County County
County FIPS	48143

Bluff Dale is located in Erath County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 53.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%

D 15.7%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	53.6%
	59% above US avg
High School+	97.6%
Graduate Degree+	16.7%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	528/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi
County	Erath County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	58.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	86
Restaurants	107
Retail Stores	160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.4 min
Drive Alone	77.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Bluff Dale, TX

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

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Is Bluff Dale a Good Place to Live?

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Race & Ethnicity

Bluff Dale vs U.S. Average

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Social Characteristics

Bluff Dale vs U.S. Average

Income: Bluff Dale vs U.S.

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Ownership Split

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Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Bluff Dale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

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Air Quality

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

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Urban-Rural Classification

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