Median Income
$94,861
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.1%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Buckner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population257
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 30%
Economy
A+
Median Income$94,861
Per Capita$31,488
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$221M
Commute23 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$101,870
Health
Obesity47.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Elevation279 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+98.0%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute23 min
Libraries2
Is Buckner a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Buckner receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Buckner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Buckner is $94,861, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Education
6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Buckner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Buckner has a population of 257 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.6%), with 29.6% White, 3.9% Hispanic.
Population
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Buckner is $94,861, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $94,861 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,488 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $774 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,513 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 163 |
| County GDP | $221M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,333 |
| 62% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,870.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,333 |
| 62% below US avg |
In Buckner, 47.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 40.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Buckner vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.1% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.9% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.5% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 17.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,360/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 11.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
Crime Rates: Buckner vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Buckner has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.3 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 218/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3573°N, 93.4356°W |
| County FIPS | 05073 |