Brackettville, TX

Texas

Brackettville is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,471. Residents earn $31,341 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,471 Population 464/sq mi density
$31,341 Median Income $20,761 per capita
$57,100 Home Value $117,465 Zillow
$746 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$31,341 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,100 home value, $746/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,341
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,471
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

B+
Median Income$31,341
Per Capita$20,761
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$162M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,100
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,465

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Elevation1,136 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1

Is Brackettville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brackettville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brackettville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brackettville is $31,341, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brackettville is $57,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Brackettville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Brackettville has a population of 1,471 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.8%), with 7.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,471
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Brackettville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.5%
43% below US avg
Spanish55.5%
314% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Brackettville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brackettville is $31,341, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Brackettville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,341
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,761
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$58,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)76
County GDP$162M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Brackettville is $57,100, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,465.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,100
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,465

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

In Brackettville, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.9%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death9,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.0/10
Exercise Access95.7%

Crime Rates: Brackettville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Brackettville has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,136 ft (346 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates29.3182°N, 100.4105°W
County FIPS48271
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density464/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home5.5%

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