Briarcliff, TX

Texas

Briarcliff is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,630. Residents earn $129,524 per year, which is 72% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,630 Population 1,675/sq mi density
$129,524 Median Income $57,313 per capita
$477,400 Home Value
$2,436 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$129,524 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$477,400 home value, $2,436/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $129,524
72% higher than US avg
Home Value $477,400
69% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.2%
52% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,436
109% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,630
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,675/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$129,524
Per Capita$57,313
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$711M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$477,400
Rent$2,436
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation736 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.2%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute37 min
Libraries2

Is Briarcliff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briarcliff receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Briarcliff stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Briarcliff is $129,524, which is significantly higher than the national average — 72% above $75,149. This places Briarcliff among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Briarcliff is $477,400, making it a premium housing market at 69% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,436 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Briarcliff is a highly educated community — 51.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Briarcliff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Briarcliff has a population of 2,630 with a density of 1,675 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

2,630
Total Population
1,675
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Briarcliff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Briarcliff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briarcliff is $129,524, which is 72% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Briarcliff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$129,524
72% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,313
Avg Weekly Wage$1,235
IRS Avg AGI$112,217

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)494
County GDP$711M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare16
Retail47
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,798
151% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Work from Home32.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Briarcliff is $477,400, 69% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,436 (109% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$477,400
69% above US avg
Median List Price$749,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$749,500
$/Sq Ft$202
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops29.4%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,436
109% above 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-Occupied89.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,798
151% above US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Briarcliff, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death8,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access37.7%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Briarcliff has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation736 ft (224 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density1,675/sq mi
Coordinates30.4093°N, 98.0445°W
County FIPS48031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 51.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.2%
52% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,675/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants48
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Work from Home32.3%

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