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Emerald Bay, TX

Texas · Smith County · Tyler Metro

Emerald Bay is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,074. Residents earn $120,139 per year, which is 60% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,074 Population 1,395/sq mi density
$120,139 Median Income $51,429 per capita
$279,200 Home Value $200,785 Zillow
67°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$120,139 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$279,200 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $120,139
60% higher than US avg
Home Value $279,200
1% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.6%
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,074
Median Age69.6 yrs
Density1,395/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$120,139
Per Capita$51,429
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$279,200
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$200,785
Housing Units455
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,257/100K

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking10.5%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+24.5%
School Score5.27

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Emerald Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emerald Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Emerald Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emerald Bay is $120,139, which is significantly higher than the national average / 60% above $75,149. This places Emerald Bay among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emerald Bay is $279,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Emerald Bay is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,257 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Emerald Bay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Emerald Bay has a population of 1,074 with a density of 1,395 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 69.6 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (96.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.6% of residents. 9.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,074
Total Population
1,395
People / sq mi
69.6yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Emerald Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emerald Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emerald Bay is $120,139, which is 60% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,429 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,105, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,931 business establishments, including 536 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 33.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Emerald Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$120,139
60% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,429
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327
Gini Index0.457 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Emerald Bay is $279,200, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,785, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 455 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $7,835 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,200
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,785

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units455
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate2.81%
In Emerald Bay, 32.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 28.1% have high blood pressure. 10.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.8% report binge drinking. 18.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,014. The dentist ratio is 1:1,551. 69.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Emerald Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.5%
25% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,014
Dentists1:1,551
Mental Health1:540
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits59.5%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690
Emerald Bay has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,257 per 100,000, 36% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Emerald Bay receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Emerald Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,257.4/100K
36% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Emerald Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 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 47.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,395/sq mi
Coordinates32.1613°N, 95.4386°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySmith County County
Nearest AirportTyler Pounds Regional (TYR)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.7"
25% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.76"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.09"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0468 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)3.1 ppb

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score84.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability66.6 / 100
Community Resilience74.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 17, 2012 3 km NE of Timpson, Texas M4.8 104 km
Sep 2, 2013 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas M4.3 99 km
Sep 2, 2013 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas M4.2 89 km
Jan 25, 2013 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas M4.1 113 km
May 10, 2012 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas M3.9 94 km
Jan 18, 2025 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.5 150 km
Mar 29, 2025 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas M3.5 83 km
May 31, 1997 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas M3.4 124 km
Jan 20, 2019 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas M3.3 145 km
Apr 16, 2021 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.2 145 km
Aug 22, 2025 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas M3.2 149 km
Apr 2, 2024 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas M3.0 124 km
Aug 21, 2025 8 km W of Huxley, Texas M3.0 146 km
Apr 1, 2021 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.0 146 km
Dec 5, 2009 7 km S of Midlothian, Texas M2.9 150 km
May 31, 2013 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas M2.9 110 km
Jan 29, 2013 4 km S of Timpson, Texas M2.8 104 km
Jan 31, 2013 7 km WNW of Timpson, Texas M2.8 95 km
Dec 7, 2012 3 km S of Timpson, Texas M2.8 103 km
Feb 24, 2013 6 km SSW of Oak Leaf, Texas M2.7 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 3).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 4 221 km
2008 Ike Category 2 130 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 271 km
2005 Rita Category 3 224 km
1986 Bonnie Category 1 274 km
1983 Alicia Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

559 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 19 fatalities, 446 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 29, 2017 EF4 56 km 2
Apr 13, 2019 EF3 83 km 2
Apr 29, 2017 EF3 49 km 2
May 10, 2015 EF3 32 km 2
Apr 6, 2003 EF3 47 km 0
Apr 26, 1991 EF3 18 km 0
Jun 7, 1989 EF3 97 km 0
Apr 1, 1988 EF3 65 km 0
Nov 15, 1987 EF3 39 km 4
Nov 15, 1987 EF3 67 km 1
Oct 13, 1981 EF3 71 km 0
May 9, 1981 EF3 49 km 0
May 3, 1979 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 1, 1979 EF3 76 km 0
Feb 23, 1979 EF3 6 km 0
Oct 31, 1974 EF3 62 km 0
Dec 3, 1973 EF3 75 km 0
Jun 3, 1973 EF3 50 km 0
Apr 15, 1973 EF3 98 km 0
Mar 3, 1970 EF3 46 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 502 (8,344 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 502 8,344 67 km
2021 UNNAMED 7,272 99 km
2011 841 ARBOR 4,966 97 km
2011 OLD MAGNOLIA 4,881 61 km
2020 C-16/17/18/19 4,633 75 km
2016 UNNAMED 4,363 80 km
2010 COMPARTMENT 6 RX 4,123 80 km
2019 UNNAMED 3,929 80 km
2022 DCNF C-54/55 3,360 97 km
2010 BURNING 3,230 76 km
2021 C-40/42 3,157 94 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,055 79 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,999 99 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,980 92 km
2011 DIANA 2,863 85 km
2024 DCNF COMP 66 67 RX 2,758 99 km
2020 COMP 1 AND 2 2,272 78 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,267 96 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,239 89 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,162 79 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
March 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
July 83°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 2.1 in Driest
September 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
December 49°F (10°C) 3.6 in

Emerald Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (2.1").

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Emerald Bay is located in Smith County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 49.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 24.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.1% of the vote, a 45.1-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 690 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 67% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.6%
47% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+24.5%
School Test Score5.27
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,395/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountySmith County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed55.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.0%
Average costs for common services in Emerald Bay. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$537
Toddler$511
Preschool$498
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$494
Toddler$476
Preschool$468
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Smith County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 24,966 930 $61,973 1.53
Retail Trade 13,780 840 $39,997 1.22
Accommodation & Food Services 11,696 520 $23,037 1.13
Manufacturing 7,392 253 $62,216 0.79
Wholesale Trade 5,445 313 $68,607 1.22
Construction 5,283 659 $62,773 0.89
Professional & Technical Services 5,173 807 $89,652 0.66
Transportation & Warehousing 5,114 168 $61,395 1.06
Administrative & Waste Services 4,999 380 $43,256 0.75
Other Services 3,109 540 $44,693 0.91
Finance & Insurance 2,928 488 $86,711 0.64
Real Estate 1,547 403 $57,271 0.88
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,513 122 $132,749 3.52
Information & Technology 1,505 84 $73,815 0.71
Educational Services 1,208 71 $37,244 0.51
Arts & Entertainment 971 68 $31,276 0.51
Management of Companies 779 39 $121,510 0.41
Agriculture & Forestry 596 70 $40,551 0.65
Utilities 210 18 $71,282 0.49
Unclassified 80 28 $46,344 0.51

Radio Stations near Emerald Bay

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fuzion christian, spanish AAC 128 kbps
KVNE 89.5 christian AAC 128 kbps

National Parks Near Emerald Bay

9 national parks and monuments found near Emerald Bay.

ParkTypeFee
Daingerfield State Park State Park Free
Fort Boggy State Park State Park Free
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park State Park Free
Lake Tawakoni State Park State Park Free
Martin Creek Lake State Park State Park Free
Mission Tejas State Park State Park Free
Purtis Creek State Park State Park Free
Rusk / Palestine State Park State Park Free
Tyler State Park State Park Free

Museums in Emerald Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
TYLER MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM9035951001$1,469,690
DISCOVERY SCIENCE PLACECHILDREN'S MUSEUM9035338011$245,691
TYLER ROSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9035973130$125,960
HISTORIC AVIATION MEMORIAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9035261945$110,621
SMITH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$102,485
HISTORIC TYLERHISTORIC PRESERVATION815 S BROADWAY STREET9035951960$96,685
TYLER WOMANS BUILDINGHISTORIC PRESERVATION911 S BROADWAY AVENUE9035933822$94,094
FRANKSTON DEPOT LIBRARY & MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM159 W RAILROAD AVENUE9038764463$37,475
TEXAS FREEDOM TRIBUTEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$21,229
CHANDLER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$12,414
FRANCIS HERITAGE HOMEHISTORY MUSEUM1501 SOUTH LYONS AVENUE9035974835$750
CALDWELL ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2203 WEST MARTIN LUTHER KING BOULEVARD9035930121
CAMP FANNIN ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9035339232
COTTON BELT DEPOT MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION210 EAST OAKWOOD STREET9035957232
EAST TEXAS HISTORICAL FIRE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EDOM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FINE ARTS COMPLEX GALLERYART MUSEUM
GOODMAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9035311286
HUDNALL PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM9035102312
JEAN AND GRAHAM DEVOE WILLIFORDCHARITABLE TRUSTGENERAL MUSEUM1300 SOUTH MAHON AVENUE9035951001
MEADOWS GALLERYART MUSEUM
SIDE GALLERYART MUSEUM
STARLAB PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM308 N BROADWAY AVE
TJC WISE AUDITORIUM ART GALLERYART MUSEUM

Libraries in Emerald Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TYLER PUBLIC LIBRARY201 S COLLEGE AVE0.0219,816
JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY502 S JACKSON ST0.071,135
NOONDAY COMMUNITY LIBRARY16662 COUNTY ROAD 1960.015,744
BULLARD COMMUNITY LIBRARY211 W MAIN ST0.011,580
WHITEHOUSE COMMUNITY LIBRARY107 BASCOM RD0.010,512
FRANKSTON DEPOT LIBRARY159 W RAILROAD AVE0.03,329

Farmers Markets in Emerald Bay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
East Texas Farmers Market1836 S. Jackson
East Texas State Fair Farmers Market2112 W. Front St. (South Pavilion) 05/03/2014 to 07/26/2014Tue: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Farmers Market 14411 State Highway 31 EVisit
Rose City Farmers Market302 S. Broadway Ave.04/07/2018 to Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Tyler Farmers Market Association2112 W. Front St

Restaurants in Emerald Bay

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Smoke Monkey East Texas

Clinics in Emerald Bay

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances HealthPark - Lake Palestine

Gas Stations in Emerald Bay

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brookshire's Gas
Valero

Gyms in Emerald Bay

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

UT Health East Texas - Lake Palestine

Breweries in Emerald Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tyler BeveragesVending Machines, Beverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Soft Drinks Retail, Grocery Stores & Supermarket1839 W Gentry Pkwy9035973363Visit

Cell Towers in Emerald Bay

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
800 ELLA STREET (9208)GTOWER138
800 ELLA STREET (9208)GTOWER138
FRANKSTONTOWER128
FRANKSTONTOWER128
10575 CR3613TOWER128
10575 CR3613TOWER128
5606 N. JACKSON STREETTOWER124
14183 CR 1113 (9203)GTOWER123
14183 CR 1113 (9203)GTOWER123
SOUTH JACKSONVILLE III CELL SITE RT 1 BOX 428ATOWER122
9800' SW FROM I/S ST RT 314 & 31TOWER93
1300' SW FROM I/S OF ST RT 315 & 2010TOWER88

Bridges in Emerald Bay

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19701208,164F
CulvertSteel202222851G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19986520F

Amtrak Stations in Emerald Bay

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Tyler, TX210 East Oakwood StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Emerald Bay

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
TEXAS UTILITIES SERVICE, INC.MILL CREEKRUSK

Airports Near Emerald Bay

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Texas Regional AirportGGGMedium Airport
Tyler Pounds Regional AirportTYRMedium Airport
Van Zandt County Regional AirportMedium Airport
2C Ranch AirportSmall Airport
A L Mangham Jr. Regional AirportOCHSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Alert FieldSmall Airport
Alpha Whisky AirstripSmall Airport
Athens Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bolton AirportSmall Airport
Bowen Lake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cade Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Canton Hackney AirportSmall Airport
Carter Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cherokee County AirportJKVSmall Airport
Circle R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Creekside Air ParkSmall Airport
Crosscut FieldSmall Airport
Deer Meadow Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Delva Field AirportSmall Airport
Dennis's Flying Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dow Ranch AirportSmall Airport
East Side AirportSmall Airport
Echo Lake AirportSmall Airport
Fly 1 On AirportSmall Airport
Flying M Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fox Stephens Field Gilmer Municipal AirportSmall Airport
French FieldSmall Airport
Garden Valley AirportSmall Airport
Glad Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Gladewater Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Goode FieldSmall Airport
Gun Barrel City AirparkSmall Airport
Harrison Farm AirportSmall Airport
Hawk Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Holly Lake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hub FieldSmall Airport
Hunter FieldSmall Airport
In The Trenches AirportSmall Airport
Kay Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Kilgore AirportSmall Airport
Knight Trow Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Last Resort AirportSmall Airport
Lochridge Ranch AirportSmall Airport
McBee FieldSmall Airport
Mineola Wisener FieldSmall Airport
N D Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Palestine Municipal AirportPSNSmall Airport
Paradise Point AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Emerald Bay

10 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cherokee County Sheriff's Office Ops Center210 West Larissa Street
Coffee City Police/Courts
Jacksonivlle Police Dept.911 South Bolton Street
Smith County 9-1-1 Communications11325 University Boulevard
Texas Department of Public Safety - TylerUniversity Boulevard
Tyler Police Department711 West Ferguson Street
Tyler Police Department711 West Ferguson Street
Tyler Police Department - Faulkner Park
University of Texas at Tyler Police Department3410 Varsity Drive
Whitehouse Police Department101 Bascom Road

Grocery Stores in Emerald Bay

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BROOKSHIRE 39Supermarket20100 State Highway 155 S
Diamond SalesConvenience Store22224 State Highway 155 S
Diamond Sales 3Convenience Store22137 State Highway 155 S
Dollar General 17376Other13986 FM 344 W
Dollar General 20270Other20683 Highway 155 S
Family Dollar 13425Other13999 FM 344 W
Kim's 52Other20175 State Highway 155 S
Nepali Eagles IncConvenience Store22046 State Highway 155 S

Treatment Centers in Emerald Bay

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addiction Alternatives for Opioid - Add Life Recovery Center LLCSubstance Abuse903-596-0606
Affect Therapeutics IncSubstance Abuse845-769-8758
Alternative Opiate Treatment ProgramSubstance Abuse903-284-6802
Andrews Center Behavioral HealthcareBoth903-597-1351
Cenikor Foundation - Adult Short Term Residential TreatmentSubstance Abuse903-630-7461

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Frequently Asked Questions About Emerald Bay

What is the population of Emerald Bay?

Emerald Bay has a population of 1,074 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,395 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 69.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Emerald Bay expensive to live in?

Emerald Bay 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 $120,139, 60% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $279,200 (1% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Emerald Bay safe?

Emerald Bay is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,257 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Emerald Bay receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Emerald Bay?

Emerald Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Emerald Bay?

The job market in Emerald Bay is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,105. There are 6,931 business establishments in the area, including 536 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 33.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Emerald Bay?

The median home value in Emerald Bay is $279,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,785. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $7,835.

How are the schools in Emerald Bay?

Schools in Emerald Bay score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 49.6% of adults in Emerald Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 24.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Emerald Bay?

The obesity rate in Emerald Bay is 32.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.5% of adults are smokers. 18.0% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance. 69.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,014.

What is transportation like in Emerald Bay?

The average commute in Emerald Bay is 27 minutes. 67% of workers drive alone to work, and 33.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Emerald Bay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Emerald Bay is 96.5% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 98.6% of residents speak only English at home. 9.6% of the population are military veterans. 16.9% of residents have a disability. 92.6% have health insurance coverage.

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