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Buchanan Lake Village, TX

Texas · Burnet County

Buchanan Lake Village is a small town in Texas with a population of 502. Residents earn $43,974 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
502 Population 337/sq mi density
$43,974 Median Income $37,981 per capita
$179,900 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,974 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$179,900 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,974
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,900
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.3%
56% higher than US avg

How Buchanan Lake Village Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population502
Median Age72.7 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,974
Per Capita$37,981
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty19.3%
County GDP$2,728M
Commute36 min

Housing

A
Home Value$179,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units571
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking13.2%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+80.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Broadband67.7%
Libraries5

Is Buchanan Lake Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buchanan Lake Village receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Buchanan Lake Village offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buchanan Lake Village is $43,974, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buchanan Lake Village is $179,900, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Buchanan Lake Village enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Buchanan Lake Village has a population of 502 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 72.7 years, 87% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

502
Total Population
337
People / sq mi
72.7yrs
Median Age
87% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Buchanan Lake Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.4%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.6%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Buchanan Lake Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buchanan Lake Village is $43,974, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Buchanan Lake Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,974
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,981
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$111,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.3%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,697
County GDP$2,728M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare145
Retail196
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,760
207% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Buchanan Lake Village is $179,900, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,900
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units571
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,760
207% above US avg
Effective Rate5.98%
In Buchanan Lake Village, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Buchanan Lake Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,426
Dentists1:2,019
Mental Health1:1,125
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death8,879/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access42.2%
Healthcare Facilities145
Buchanan Lake Village has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates30.8602°N, 98.4343°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBurnet County County
County FIPS48053
Buchanan Lake Village is located in Burnet County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 67.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+80.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density337/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyBurnet County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants136
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.0%

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