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Buchanan Dam, TX
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Buchanan Dam, TX
At a Glance
How Buchanan Dam Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Buchanan Dam's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Buchanan Dam a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Buchanan Dam residents earn a median household income of $56,250 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,311. The unemployment rate stands at 0.5% (86% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,697 business establishments, including 136 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Buchanan Dam is $267,100 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $345,600. Median rent is $917/month, with 41.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Buchanan Dam reports 640 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,788/100K.
Education
25.0% of adults in Buchanan Dam hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Buchanan Dam has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.