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Broaddus, TX

Texas · San Augustine County

Broaddus is a small town in Texas with a population of 252. Residents earn $64,779 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
252 Population 681/sq mi density
$64,779 Median Income $25,665 per capita
$105,000 Home Value $199,011 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$64,779 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,779
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population252
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density681/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,779
Per Capita$25,665
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$780M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,011
Housing Units97
Rent Burden14.7%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured15.9%
Smoking19.3%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation245 ft (75 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+78.7%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1

Is Broaddus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broaddus receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Broaddus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broaddus is $64,779, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broaddus is $105,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Broaddus 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. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Broaddus has a population of 252 with a density of 681 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

252
Total Population
681
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.9%
Female 61.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Broaddus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Broaddus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broaddus is $64,779, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Broaddus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,779
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,665
Avg Weekly Wage$986
IRS Avg AGI$57,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)155
County GDP$780M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare17
Retail27
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,050
13% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Broaddus is $105,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,011.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,000
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,011

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.9%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,050
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Broaddus, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Uninsured15.9%
85% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,961
Dentists1:1,964
Mental Health1:3,917
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits48.7%
Premature Death15,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities17
Broaddus has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.0 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.0 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation245 ft (75 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density681/sq mi
Coordinates31.3050°N, 94.2700°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySan Augustine County County
County FIPS48405
Broaddus is located in San Augustine County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.3-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 21.6%

Winner: Republican by 56.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+78.7%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density681/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountySan Augustine County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants5
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

San Augustine, TX 2,139 pop · 18.2 mi Huntington, TX 4,022 pop · 18.2 mi Sam Rayburn, TX 1,163 pop · 21.4 mi Hemphill, TX 1,397 pop · 24.8 mi Lufkin, TX 34,158 pop · 27.1 mi Milam, TX 1,275 pop · 30.2 mi Hudson, TX 5,017 pop · 30.4 mi Nacogdoches, TX 32,104 pop · 31.0 mi Jasper, TX 7,215 pop · 31.1 mi Diboll, TX 4,531 pop · 31.4 mi Center, TX 5,198 pop · 34.1 mi Woodville, TX 2,884 pop · 37.8 mi Garrison, TX 1,001 pop · 38.3 mi Corrigan, TX 2,218 pop · 39.2 mi
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