Bynum, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $58,750

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $104,700

63% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.5%

69% lower than US avg

Median Rent $950

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.1%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 8.4%

133% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.4%

65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population225

Median Age25.8 yrs

Density1,731/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 71%

Veterans11.1%

Economy

Median Income$58,750

Per Capita$25,097

Unemployment8.4%

Poverty4.4%

County GDP$1,721M

Commute34 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$104,700

Rent$950

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$272,415

Housing Units88

Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity35.1%

Uninsured12.5%

Smoking14.2%

Depression25.1%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain37.6 in/yr

Sunny Days303/yr

Elevation652 ft (199 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.5%

High School+82.5%

Graduate+4.1%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute34 min

Broadband57.0%

Libraries3

Is Bynum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bynum receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Bynum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bynum is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bynum is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bynum enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bynum has a population of 225 with a density of 1,731 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 36% female and 64% male. The city is predominantly White (70.7%), with 20.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.6% of residents, while 16.4% speak Spanish. 11.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 57.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

225

Total Population

1,731

People / sq mi

25.8yrs

Median Age

34% below US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64%

Female 36%

Race & Ethnicity

Bynum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	83.6%
	6% above US avg
Spanish	16.4%
	22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bynum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bynum is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,097 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,083, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 810 business establishments, including 63 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bynum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,750
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,097
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,083
IRS Avg AGI	$64,216

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.4%
	133% above US avg
Poverty Rate	4.4%
	65% below US avg
Establishments (County)	810
County GDP	$1,721M

Business (County)

Restaurants	63
Healthcare	52
Retail	115
Manufacturing	43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,981
	71% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.3 min
Drive Alone	72.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bynum is $104,700, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,415, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 88 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $5,981 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$104,700
	63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$272,415

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$950
	18% below US avg
Rent Burden	30.0%

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	80.7%
Housing Units	88
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,981
	71% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.71%

In Bynum, 35.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 14.2% are current smokers. 19.3% report binge drinking. 24.9% are physically inactive. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,052. The dentist ratio is 1:2,871. 48.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.1%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	6.0%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.2%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.3%
Physical Inactivity	24.9%
Depression	25.1%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	12.8%
Short Sleep	41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	57.7%
Uninsured	12.5%
	45% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,052
Dentists	1:2,871
Mental Health	1:2,381
Checkup Rate	72.9%
Dental Visits	53.3%
Premature Death	12,166/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	48.4%
Healthcare Facilities	52

Bynum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 303 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 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 652 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.5°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.6 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	652 ft (199 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	1,731/sq mi
Coordinates	31.9691°N, 97.0031°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Hill County County
County FIPS	48217

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	46°F (8°C)	1.9 in	Coldest, Driest
February	50°F (10°C)	2.4 in
March	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
April	66°F (19°C)	3.2 in
May	73°F (23°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
June	80°F (27°C)	3.5 in
July	84°F (29°C)	1.9 in
August	84°F (29°C)	2.0 in	Warmest
September	78°F (25°C)	3.4 in
October	68°F (20°C)	3.7 in
November	56°F (13°C)	2.6 in
December	48°F (9°C)	2.2 in

Bynum has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 46°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.9").

Bynum is located in Hill County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 10.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. 4.1% 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 81.8% of the vote, a 64.4-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 52 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%

D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.5%
	69% below US avg
High School+	82.5%
Graduate Degree+	4.1%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,731/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi
County	Hill County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	57.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	52
Restaurants	63
Retail Stores	115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.3 min
Drive Alone	72.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bynum

What is the population of Bynum?

Bynum has a population of 225 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,731 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 36% female and 64% male.

Is Bynum expensive to live in?

Bynum 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 $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,700 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bynum?

Bynum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Bynum?

The job market in Bynum faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,083. There are 810 business establishments in the area, including 63 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bynum?

The median home value in Bynum is $104,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,415. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $5,981.

How are the schools in Bynum?

Schools in Bynum score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.5% of adults in Bynum hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bynum?

The obesity rate in Bynum is 35.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.2% of adults are smokers. 24.9% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 12.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 48.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,052.

What is transportation like in Bynum?

The average commute in Bynum is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bynum?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bynum is 70.7% White, 20.9% Black or African American. 83.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.4% speak Spanish. 11.1% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 57.7% have health insurance coverage.

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