Median Income
$40,000
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.4%
8% lower than US avg
How Byars Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population217
Median Age59.8 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B+
Median Income$40,000
Per Capita$21,476
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$2,031M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation1,026 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute31 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries5
Is Byars a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Byars receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Byars offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Byars is $40,000, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Byars is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Byars enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Byars has a population of 217 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 6.5% Hispanic.
Population
59.8yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.3% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.7% |
| 65% below US avg |
The median household income in Byars is $40,000, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $40,000 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,476 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,081 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,899 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 860 |
| County GDP | $2,031M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Healthcare | 73 |
| Retail | 114 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,084 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
The median home value in Byars is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $65,000 |
| 77% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $39 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 85.7% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $738 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,084 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.21% |
In Byars, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Byars vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.1% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.3% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 14,332/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 73 |
Crime Rates: Byars vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Byars has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.0 inches |
| 8% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,026 ft (313 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 142/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8720°N, 97.0542°W |
| County FIPS | 40049 |