Byers, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $69,583

7% lower than US avg

Home Value $104,200

63% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.5%

48% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.6%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.5%

58% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.4%

73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population334

Median Age55.4 yrs

Density337/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans7.9%

Economy

Median Income$69,583

Per Capita$37,946

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty3.4%

County GDP$209M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$104,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units224

Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity34.6%

Uninsured11.5%

Smoking14.8%

Depression25.7%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain33.3 in/yr

Sunny Days320/yr

Elevation1,011 ft (308 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.5%

High School+84.4%

Graduate+4.9%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%

Commute24 min

Broadband77.1%

Libraries1

Is Byers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Byers receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Byers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Byers is $69,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Byers is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Byers enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Byers has a population of 334 with a density of 337 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (87.1%), with 10.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

334

Total Population

337

People / sq mi

55.4yrs

Median Age

42% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Byers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.6%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.4%
	82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Byers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Byers is $69,583, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,946. The average weekly wage is $858, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 126 business establishments, including 7 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 30.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Byers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$69,583
	7% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$37,946
Avg Weekly Wage	$858
IRS Avg AGI	$49,469

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.4%
	73% below US avg
Establishments (County)	126
County GDP	$209M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	11
Retail	16
Manufacturing	3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,440
	59% below US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.0 min
Drive Alone	67.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	30.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Byers is $104,200, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 224 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $1,440 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 23.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$104,200
	63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$123
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	94.1%
Housing Units	224
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,440
	59% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.38%

In Byers, 34.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 31.2% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 20.1% report binge drinking. 23.6% are physically inactive. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 0.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Byers vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.6%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	31.2%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.8%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.1%
Physical Inactivity	23.6%
Depression	25.7%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	12.9%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.1%
Uninsured	11.5%
	34% above US avg
Mental Health	1:2,714
Checkup Rate	72.2%
Dental Visits	56.7%
Premature Death	12,788/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.5/10
Exercise Access	0.3%
Healthcare Facilities	11

Byers enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 320 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,011 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	62.2°F
	15% above US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	33.3 inches
	12% below US avg
Snowfall	2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,011 ft (308 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	337/sq mi
Coordinates	34.0692°N, 98.1909°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Cotton County County
County FIPS	40033

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (5°C)	1.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	45°F (7°C)	1.7 in
March	54°F (12°C)	2.4 in
April	62°F (17°C)	2.8 in
May	71°F (22°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
June	79°F (26°C)	3.7 in
July	84°F (29°C)	1.9 in	Warmest
August	83°F (29°C)	2.5 in
September	76°F (24°C)	3.9 in
October	65°F (18°C)	3.1 in
November	52°F (11°C)	1.8 in
December	43°F (6°C)	1.6 in

Byers has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 40°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.3").

Byers is located in Cotton County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 17.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.5% of the vote, a 66.8-point margin. 77.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 11 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 67.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%

D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.5%
	48% below US avg
High School+	84.4%
Graduate Degree+	4.9%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	337/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Cotton County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.1%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	11
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.0 min
Drive Alone	67.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	30.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Byers

What is the population of Byers?

Byers has a population of 334 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 337 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Byers expensive to live in?

Byers has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $69,583, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,200 (63% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Byers?

Byers enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.3 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Byers?

The job market in Byers is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $858. There are 126 business establishments in the area, including 7 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 30.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Byers?

The median home value in Byers is $104,200. The average annual property tax is $1,440.

How are the schools in Byers?

Schools in Byers score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.5% of adults in Byers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Byers?

The obesity rate in Byers is 34.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.8% of adults are smokers. 23.6% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 11.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 0.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Byers?

The average commute in Byers is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 67.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 30.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Byers?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Byers is 87.1% White, 10.2% Hispanic or Latino. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 18.8% of residents have a disability. 88.1% have health insurance coverage.

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