Texas
Early is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,159. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.
Based on current data, Early receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Early offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Early is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Early is $170,700, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,137 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 960 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,129 per 100,000, 60% above the national average.
28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Early 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. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 87.4% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $69,375 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,696 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $926 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,408 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 960 |
| County GDP | $2,018M |
| Restaurants | 87 |
| Healthcare | 113 |
| Retail | 138 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,923 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.06% |
| Commute Time | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
| Census Median | $170,700 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $237,530 |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $136 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 9.1% |
| Inventory | 11 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,137 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 22.1% |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,923 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.06% |
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,762/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 113 |
| Total Violent | 960.2/100K |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 248.9/100K |
| Robbery | 35.6/100K |
| Assault | 675.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,129.5/100K |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 640.1/100K |
| Theft | 2,418.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 71.1/100K |
| Arson | 35.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 30.6 inches |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft (430 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 847/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7422°N, 98.9366°W |
| County FIPS | 48049 |
Winner: Republican by 73.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.5% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 847/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 113 |
| Restaurants | 87 |
| Retail Stores | 138 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |