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Grey Forest, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Grey Forest is a small town in Texas with a population of 677. Residents earn $122,222 per year, which is 63% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
677 Population 927/sq mi density
$122,222 Median Income $57,643 per capita
$436,500 Home Value $380,110 Zillow
$796 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$122,222 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$436,500 home value, $796/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $122,222
63% higher than US avg
Home Value $436,500
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.9%
54% higher than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population677
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density927/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$122,222
Per Capita$57,643
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$159,589M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$436,500
Rent$796
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,110
Housing Units351
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity26.4%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking7.5%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.9%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+21.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute28 min
Broadband96.3%
Libraries37

Is Grey Forest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grey Forest receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Grey Forest stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grey Forest is $122,222, which is significantly higher than the national average — 63% above $75,149. This places Grey Forest among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grey Forest is $436,500, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Grey Forest is a highly educated community — 51.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Grey Forest enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Grey Forest has a population of 677 with a density of 927 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.5%).

Population

677
Total Population
927
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Grey Forest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grey Forest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grey Forest is $122,222, which is 63% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Grey Forest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$122,222
63% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,267
IRS Avg AGI$74,535

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)45,524
County GDP$159,589M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,527
Healthcare5,392
Retail5,030
Manufacturing884

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,802
180% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Grey Forest is $436,500, 55% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,110.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$436,500
55% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$380,110

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.6%
Housing Units351
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,802
180% above US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Grey Forest, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 7.5% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grey Forest vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.5%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity16.4%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress9.3%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,359
Dentists1:1,052
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits72.0%
Premature Death8,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access88.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,392
Grey Forest has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density927/sq mi
Coordinates29.6157°N, 98.6833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54.3%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.9%
54% above US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+21.2%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density927/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities5,392
Restaurants4,527
Retail Stores5,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)229
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.8%

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