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Gary City, TX

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Gary City is a small town in Texas with a population of 312. Residents earn $36,528 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
312 Population 164/sq mi density
$36,528 Median Income $22,989 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
$533 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$36,528 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $533/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,528
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $533
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population312
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,528
Per Capita$22,989
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty22.4%
County GDP$2,361M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$533
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units119
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking17.3%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute26 min
Broadband66.4%
Libraries1

Is Gary City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gary City receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Gary City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gary City is $36,528, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gary City is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gary City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gary City has a population of 312 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 13.1% Hispanic.

Population

312
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gary City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gary City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gary City is $36,528, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Gary City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,528
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,989
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$72,754

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)559
County GDP$2,361M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare33
Retail66
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,259
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gary City is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$533
54% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,259
22% above US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
In Gary City, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.9%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits52.5%
Premature Death13,705/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access43.6%
Healthcare Facilities33
Gary City has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates32.0277°N, 94.3679°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48365
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.4-point margin. 66.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 16.7%

Winner: Republican by 66.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants39
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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