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Bryson, TX

Texas · Jack County

Bryson is a small town in Texas with a population of 851. Residents earn $72,781 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
851 Population 645/sq mi density
$72,781 Median Income $24,937 per capita
$114,600 Home Value
$1,112 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$72,781 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,600 home value, $1,112/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,781
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,112
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population851
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density645/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,781
Per Capita$24,937
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$468M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,600
Rent$1,112
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units327
Rent Burden18.4%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured14.8%
Smoking17.2%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,311 ft (400 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+0.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 9%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries1

Is Bryson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bryson receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Bryson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bryson is $72,781, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bryson is $114,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,112 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bryson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bryson has a population of 851 with a density of 645 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

851
Total Population
645
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Bryson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bryson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bryson is $72,781, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Bryson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,781
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,937
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$68,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$468M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare9
Retail26
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,793
66% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bryson is $114,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,112 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,600
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,112
4% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.7%
Housing Units327
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,793
66% above US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In Bryson, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.3%
Uninsured14.8%
72% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,904
Mental Health1:4,438
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits51.3%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Bryson has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,311 ft (400 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density645/sq mi
Coordinates33.1656°N, 98.3888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJack County County
County FIPS48237
Bryson is located in Jack County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 82.3-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.9%
D 8.6%

Winner: Republican by 82.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+0.2%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density645/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyJack County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants17
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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