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Garner, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Garner is a small town in Texas with a population of 522. Residents earn $99,583 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
522 Population 150/sq mi density
$99,583 Median Income $54,926 per capita
$442,500 Home Value
$1,706 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$99,583 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$442,500 home value, $1,706/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,583
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $442,500
57% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,706
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population522
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density150/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,583
Per Capita$54,926
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$7,566M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$442,500
Rent$1,706
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units172
Rent Burden10.0%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking13.2%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation956 ft (291 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute31 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Garner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garner receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Garner stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garner is $99,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Garner among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garner is $442,500, making it a premium housing market at 57% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,706 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Garner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Garner has a population of 522 with a density of 150 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%).

Population

522
Total Population
150
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Garner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garner is $99,583, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Garner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,583
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$109,679

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,747
County GDP$7,566M

Business (County)

Restaurants272
Healthcare324
Retail407
Manufacturing162

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,568
145% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Garner is $442,500, 57% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,706 (47% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$442,500
57% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,706
47% above US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.0%
Housing Units172
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,568
145% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Garner, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,613
Dentists1:2,909
Mental Health1:1,377
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death7,329/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities324
Garner has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation956 ft (291 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates32.8270°N, 97.9848°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48367
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.7%
12% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities324
Restaurants272
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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