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Garden City, TX

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Garden City is a small town in Texas with a population of 131. Residents earn $138,750 per year, which is 85% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
131 Population 74/sq mi density
$138,750 Median Income $94,143 per capita
$226,500 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$138,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$226,500 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $138,750
85% higher than US avg
Home Value $226,500
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.3%
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$138,750
Per Capita$94,143
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,913M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units78
Rent Burden29.9%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured17.9%
Smoking9.8%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,677 ft (816 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.3%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+15.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 94% / D 6%
Commute20 min
Broadband66.0%

Is Garden City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garden City receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Garden City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garden City is $138,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 85% above $75,149. This places Garden City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garden City is $226,500, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Garden City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Garden City has a population of 131 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%).

Population

131
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Garden City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.9%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.1%
20% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Garden City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garden City is $138,750, which is 85% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Garden City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$138,750
85% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,143
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$215,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)139
County GDP$4,913M

Business (County)

Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Garden City is $226,500, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,500
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units78
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Garden City, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% of residents lack health insurance. 9.8% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Garden City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.3%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured17.9%
108% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits60.2%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Garden City has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,677 ft (816 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates31.8728°N, 101.4884°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 39.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 88.2-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 94%
D 5.7%

Winner: Republican by 88.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.3%
17% above US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+15.0%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Retail Stores3

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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