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Brazos Country, TX

Texas · Austin County · Metropolitan Area

Brazos Country is a small town in Texas with a population of 595. Residents earn $180,833 per year, which is 141% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
595 Population 305/sq mi density
$180,833 Median Income $72,669 per capita
$483,600 Home Value
69°F Avg Temperature 319 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$180,833 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$483,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $180,833
141% higher than US avg
Home Value $483,600
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.5%
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population595
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$180,833
Per Capita$72,669
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$2,381M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$483,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units220
Rent Burden28.9%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation106 ft (32 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.5%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+13.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute38 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries5

Is Brazos Country a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brazos Country receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Brazos Country stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brazos Country is $180,833, which is significantly higher than the national average — 141% above $75,149. This places Brazos Country among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brazos Country is $483,600, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Brazos Country enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Brazos Country has a population of 595 with a density of 305 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 8.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 7.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

595
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Brazos Country vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brazos Country vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brazos Country is $180,833, which is 141% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $72,669 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,303. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,532 business establishments, including 60 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 10.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Brazos Country vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$180,833
141% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,669
Avg Weekly Wage$1,303
IRS Avg AGI$86,801

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,381M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare55
Retail88
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,817
123% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.3 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Brazos Country is $483,600, 72% above 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 220 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1999. The average annual property tax is $7,817 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$483,600
72% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$227
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units220
Median Year Built1999

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,817
123% above US avg
Effective Rate1.62%
In Brazos Country, 35.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 31.5% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 20.3% report binge drinking. 24.8% are physically inactive. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 13.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,063. The dentist ratio is 1:2,221. 42.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Brazos Country vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,063
Dentists1:2,221
Mental Health1:2,263
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death9,126/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities55
Brazos Country enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 319 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 106 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation106 ft (32 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates29.7531°N, 96.0380°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyAustin County County
County FIPS48015

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 53°F (12°C)
3.0"
Feb 54°F (12°C)
2.8"
Mar 61°F (16°C)
2.3"
Apr 67°F (20°C)
2.8"
May 74°F (24°C)
4.8"
Jun 81°F (27°C)
4.3"
Jul 84°F (29°C)
2.6"
Aug 83°F (29°C)
3.2"
Sep 79°F (26°C)
4.7"
Oct 71°F (21°C)
3.8"
Nov 61°F (16°C)
3.6"
Dec 54°F (12°C)
3.1"

The warmest month is July at 84°F, while the coldest is January at 53°F — a seasonal swing of 31°F. May sees the most rain (4.8"), while March is the driest (2.3").

Brazos Country is located in Austin County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 49.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 81% of the vote, a 62.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 55 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.5%
47% above US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+13.4%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyAustin County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants60
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.3 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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