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Buffalo Gap, TX

Texas · Taylor County · Metropolitan Area

Buffalo Gap is a small town in Texas with a population of 508. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
508 Population 209/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $37,833 per capita
$178,100 Home Value $254,637 Zillow
$1,055 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,100 home value, $1,055/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,100
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,055
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population508
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$37,833
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$9,866M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,100
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,637
Housing Units289
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking11.0%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,918 ft (585 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.3%
Libraries4

Is Buffalo Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buffalo Gap receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Buffalo Gap stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buffalo Gap is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buffalo Gap is $178,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Buffalo Gap enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Buffalo Gap has a population of 508 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.

Population

508
Total Population
209
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Buffalo Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Buffalo Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buffalo Gap is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Buffalo Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,833
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$73,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,886
County GDP$9,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants371
Healthcare409
Retail546
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,431
112% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Buffalo Gap is $178,100, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,637.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,100
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,637

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$190
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,055
9% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%
Housing Units289
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,431
112% above US avg
Effective Rate4.17%
In Buffalo Gap, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Buffalo Gap vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,493
Dentists1:1,134
Mental Health1:429
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death10,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities409
Buffalo Gap has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,918 ft (585 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density209/sq mi
Coordinates32.2833°N, 99.8342°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTaylor County County
County FIPS48441
Buffalo Gap is located in Taylor County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.8-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 49.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+96.3%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density209/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi
CountyTaylor County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities409
Restaurants371
Retail Stores546

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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