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Bonney, TX

Texas · Brazoria County · Metropolitan Area

Bonney is a small town in Texas with a population of 205. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
205 Population 105/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $45,357 per capita
$1,222 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
71°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 13.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1,222/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,222
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.5%
275% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density105/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$45,357
Unemployment13.5%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$23,376M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,222
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured21.2%
Smoking15.1%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+80.3%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute18 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries13

Is Bonney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonney receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Bonney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonney is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.5%, unemployment is notably high. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,222 per month.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bonney has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bonney has a population of 205 with a density of 105 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42% female and 58% male. The city is predominantly White (45.9%), with 19% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 80.9% of residents, while 19.1% speak Spanish. 8.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 72.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

205
Total Population
105
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bonney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonney is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,357 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,312. The unemployment rate is 13.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,858 business establishments, including 727 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bonney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,357
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.5%
275% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,858
County GDP$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants727
Healthcare920
Retail892
Manufacturing253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,222 (5% above 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 103 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $8,186 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 9.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,222
5% above US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.5%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
In Bonney, 39.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 35.9% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 16.8% report binge drinking. 30.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.2% report depression. 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 21.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,531. The dentist ratio is 1:1,695. 79.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.1%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep46.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.1%
Uninsured21.2%
147% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,531
Dentists1:1,695
Mental Health1:852
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits47.6%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities920
Bonney has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 314 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 53.4 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density105/sq mi
Coordinates29.3013°N, 95.4508°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBrazoria County County
County FIPS48039
Bonney is located in Brazoria County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 7.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. 1.3% 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 59.2% of the vote, a 19.7-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 920 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+80.3%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density105/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyBrazoria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities920
Restaurants727
Retail Stores892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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