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Gun Barrel City, TX

Texas · Kaufman County · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro

Gun Barrel City is a small city in Texas with a population of 6,408. Residents earn $69,273 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,408 Population 1,025/sq mi density
$69,273 Median Income $38,584 per capita
$229,300 Home Value $245,094 Zillow
$922 Median Rent 27.4% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
159 Violent Crime/100K 1,754 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$69,273 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$229,300 home value, $922/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
159 violent crimes/100K (58% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,273
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,300
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 159/100K
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $922
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,408
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density1,025/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,273
Per Capita$38,584
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$6,967M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,300
Rent$922
Ownership88.6%
Zillow$245,094
Housing Units3,025
Rent Burden27.4%

Crime

F
Violent159/100K
Property1,754/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault112/100K
Burglary558/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured14.4%
Smoking17.9%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation353 ft (108 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score5.55

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Gun Barrel City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gun Barrel City receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Gun Barrel City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gun Barrel City is $69,273, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gun Barrel City is $229,300, 19% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $922 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Gun Barrel City is below the national average at 159 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,754 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gun Barrel City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gun Barrel City has a population of 6,408 with a density of 1,025 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.6% female and 53.4% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 9.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 23.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,408
Total Population
1,025
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gun Barrel City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gun Barrel City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gun Barrel City is $69,273, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,584. The average weekly wage is $1,076, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,668 business establishments, including 225 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 15.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Gun Barrel City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,273
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,584
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$72,125
Gini Index0.393 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,668
County GDP$6,967M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare205
Retail327
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gun Barrel City is $229,300, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,094. Homes sell for 93.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $922 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 88.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,025 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $7,453 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,300
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,094
Median List Price$369,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$369,500
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops32.9%
Inventory82

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$922
21% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,245
Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.6%
Owner-Occupied88.6%
Renter-Occupied11.4%
Housing Units3,025
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%
In Gun Barrel City, 35.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 34.2% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 28.3% are physically inactive. 27.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.8% experience frequent mental distress. 14.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,781. The dentist ratio is 1:2,612. 67.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.1%
Uninsured14.4%
67% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,781
Dentists1:2,612
Mental Health1:938
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits51.5%
Premature Death8,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities205
Gun Barrel City has a violent crime rate of 159 per 100,000 residents, 58% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 111.6 per 100,000, robbery at 15.9, rape at 31.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,754 per 100,000, 11% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 941, burglary at 558, vehicle theft at 255 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Gun Barrel City receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Gun Barrel City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent159.4/100K
58% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape31.9/100K
Robbery15.9/100K
Assault111.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,753.6/100K
11% below US avg
Burglary558.0/100K
Theft940.5/100K
Vehicle Theft255.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Gun Barrel City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°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 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 353 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation353 ft (108 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Coordinates32.3282°N, 96.1318°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyKaufman County County
Nearest AirportTyler Pounds Regional (TYR)
43 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.1"
11% above US avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (May) 4.92"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.01"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0483 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)7.0 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.85 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score76.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability18.2 / 100
Community Resilience63.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

76 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.5 on Mar 29, 2025.

May 7, 2015 5 km N of Venus, Texas M4.0 93 km
Jan 7, 2015 6 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.6 92 km
Nov 20, 2013 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas M3.6 148 km
Jan 6, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.5 92 km
Mar 29, 2025 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas M3.5 145 km
Jun 24, 2012 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.5 110 km
May 19, 2018 8 km NW of Venus, Texas M3.4 99 km
Sep 30, 2012 4 km NW of Irving, Texas M3.4 98 km
May 31, 1997 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas M3.4 96 km
May 16, 2009 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas M3.3 98 km
Jan 18, 2012 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas M3.3 127 km
Apr 2, 2015 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas M3.3 96 km
May 18, 2015 5 km N of Irving, Texas M3.3 98 km
Jun 15, 2012 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.3 108 km
May 1, 2024 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas M3.2 97 km
May 3, 2015 4 km N of Irving, Texas M3.2 96 km
Nov 29, 2013 1 km S of Pelican Bay, Texas M3.1 145 km
Jan 7, 2015 4 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.1 93 km
Sep 30, 2012 1 km W of Irving, Texas M3.1 95 km
Jan 13, 2014 2 km ESE of Reno, Texas M3.1 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 4 288 km
2008 Ike Category 2 167 km
2005 Rita Category 3 280 km
1983 Alicia Category 1 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

619 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 40 fatalities, 1,595 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 29, 2017 EF4 13 km 2
Dec 26, 2015 EF4 67 km 10
Apr 25, 1994 EF4 65 km 3
Oct 20, 2019 EF3 95 km 0
Apr 29, 2017 EF3 25 km 2
Dec 26, 2015 EF3 75 km 0
May 10, 2015 EF3 49 km 2
Apr 3, 2012 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 26, 1991 EF3 84 km 0
Apr 27, 1990 EF3 88 km 0
Nov 15, 1987 EF3 94 km 4
Nov 15, 1987 EF3 91 km 1
Dec 13, 1984 EF3 64 km 0
Oct 13, 1981 EF3 42 km 0
May 9, 1981 EF3 47 km 0
May 9, 1981 EF3 93 km 0
May 3, 1979 EF3 76 km 0
Feb 23, 1979 EF3 63 km 0
May 5, 1978 EF3 62 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF3 93 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: C#491 (3,616 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 C#491 3,616 95 km
2011 495 1,606 71 km
2011 HENDERSON 475 1,379 74 km
2011 507 1,121 91 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
March 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
April 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.9 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 2.0 in Driest
September 77°F (25°C) 3.6 in
October 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in
November 56°F (14°C) 3.5 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in

Gun Barrel City has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 46°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (2.0").

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Gun Barrel City is located in Kaufman County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.5% of the vote, a 27.9-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 205 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score5.55
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi
CountyKaufman County County

Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Avg Download Speed66.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed20.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities205
Restaurants225
Retail Stores327

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%
Average costs for common services in Gun Barrel City. 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)
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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$827
Toddler$762
Preschool$736
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$723
Toddler$684
Preschool$675
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kaufman County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Transportation & Warehousing 5,636 120 $56,813 3.06
Retail Trade 5,465 319 $36,363 1.26
Manufacturing 4,708 138 $72,057 1.32
Accommodation & Food Services 4,354 228 $20,556 1.10
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,697 251 $50,221 0.59
Construction 2,948 396 $68,114 1.29
Professional & Technical Services 1,421 279 $129,157 0.47
Administrative & Waste Services 1,372 162 $49,089 0.54
Wholesale Trade 1,320 128 $83,879 0.77
Other Services 1,005 178 $53,821 0.77
Finance & Insurance 816 121 $85,267 0.46
Arts & Entertainment 370 34 $20,717 0.51
Real Estate 327 101 $59,469 0.48
Utilities 310 17 $112,755 1.87
Educational Services 170 28 $35,130 0.19
Information & Technology 122 24 $62,455 0.15
Mining & Oil/Gas 75 9 $77,065 0.46
Agriculture & Forestry 66 20 $38,900 0.19
Unclassified 34 24 $56,184 0.56
Management of Companies 8 8 $72,213 0.01

Schools in Gun Barrel City

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
LAKEVIEW EL Elementary 431 29 14.9:1
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Radio Stations near Gun Barrel City

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Gun Barrel City

8 national parks and monuments found near Gun Barrel City.

ParkTypeFee
Cedar Hill State Park State Park Free
Fort Parker State Park State Park Free
Lake Tawakoni State Park State Park Free
Mission Tejas State Park State Park Free
Purtis Creek State Park State Park Free
Ray Roberts Lake State Park State Park Free
Rusk / Palestine State Park State Park Free
Tyler State Park State Park Free

Museums in Gun Barrel City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HENDERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8286931531
MALAKOFF HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Gun Barrel City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
THE LIBRARY AT CEDAR CREEK LAKE410 E CEDAR CREEK PKWY0.0118,121
RED WALLER COMMUNITY LIBRARY109 MELTON ST0.084,552
KAUFMAN COUNTY LIBRARY3790 S HOUSTON ST0.069,422
TRI-COUNTY LIBRARY132 E MARKET ST0.022,215

Restaurants in Gun Barrel City

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chili's
Cici's Pizza
Denny's
Huddle House
Pizza Hut
The Jalapeno Tree
Yamato Sushi & Steakhouse

Cafes in Gun Barrel City

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Love
Starbucks

Cinemas in Gun Barrel City

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hometown Cinemas

Dentists in Gun Barrel City

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Budget Dental

Gas Stations in Gun Barrel City

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CEFCO
Chevron
Exxon
Murphy USA
Valero

Gyms in Gun Barrel City

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Pharmacies in Gun Barrel City

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 7419 1279 WEST MAIN STREET 903-887-6498
GUN BARREL CITY PHARMACY 300 NORTH GUN BARREL LANE 903-887-3606
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 516 1200 WEST MAIN STREET 903-887-2133

Cell Towers in Gun Barrel City

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
338 LUTHER LANE (77843)GTOWER96
338 LUTHER LANE (77843)GTOWER96
13769 FARM MARKET 1895 (15096)GTOWER95
13769 FARM MARKET 1895 (15096)GTOWER95
6431 FARM MARKET 1836 (55447)GTOWER81
6431 FARM MARKET 1836 (55447)GTOWER81
32550 COUNTY ROAD 2142 (77856)LTOWER79
15437 SH 198 (55426)LTOWER79
15437 SH 198 (55426)LTOWER79
32550 COUNTY ROAD 2142 (77856)LTOWER79
4083 CR 2300 (77854)GTOWER79
4083 CR 2300 (77854)GTOWER79
6224 Clear Creek Road (103639)LTOWER76
6224 Clear Creek Road (103639)LTOWER76
13014 EAST HIGHWAY 31 (77835)LTOWER59
13014 EAST HIGHWAY 31 (77835)LTOWER59
400b Legendary LaneTOWER56
400b Legendary LaneTOWER56

Fire Stations in Gun Barrel City

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Gun Barrel City Fire Department1810 W Main STMostly volunteer903-887-6909

Bridges in Gun Barrel City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19659120,125F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20113,7207,214G
CulvertConcrete1965267,034F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19652127,034F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19652,4016,511F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20212,3206,511F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20123,7206,070G

Airports Near Gun Barrel City

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dallas Love FieldDALLarge Airport
Tyler Pounds Regional AirportTYRMedium Airport
Van Zandt County Regional AirportMedium Airport
Addison AirportADSSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Air Park Dallas AirportSmall Airport
Airpark East AirportSmall Airport
Anxiety AerodromeSmall Airport
Athens Municipal AirportSmall Airport
B T Averheart AirportSmall Airport
B.S. Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bar 16 AirportSmall Airport
Barstool Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Baum AirportSmall Airport
Bishop FieldSmall Airport
Bowen Lake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bucker FieldSmall Airport
Byrt AirportSmall Airport
C David Campbell Field Corsicana Municipal AirportCRSSmall Airport
Caddo Mills Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cade Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Canton Hackney AirportSmall Airport
Circle R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Coyote FieldSmall Airport
Creekside Air ParkSmall Airport
Culp AirportSmall Airport
Dallas Executive AirportRBDSmall Airport
Dallas South Port AirportSmall Airport
Deer Meadow Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Delva Field AirportSmall Airport
Dennis's Flying Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dow Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Echo Lake AirportSmall Airport
Eisenbeck Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Ennis Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Erco FieldSmall Airport
Fly 1 On AirportSmall Airport
Flying 'T' Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying B AirportSmall Airport
Flying G AirportSmall Airport
Flying O AirportSmall Airport
Garden Valley AirportSmall Airport
George P Shanks AirportSmall Airport
Glad Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Goggans AirfieldSmall Airport
Goode FieldSmall Airport
Gun Barrel City AirparkSmall Airport
Hackberry AirportSmall Airport
Hancock AirportSmall Airport
Hubbard East AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Gun Barrel City

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Eustace Police Department
Gun Barrel City Police Department298 Municipal Drive
Mabank PD
Seven Points Police Department

Grocery Stores in Gun Barrel City

11 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
3 Flags Meat MarketGrocery Store368 S Gun Barrel Ln
CASEY'S 4790Convenience Store2309 W Main St
Corner MarketConvenience Store101 N Gun Barrel Ln
CVS 7419Other1279 W Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 4803Other980 W Main St
Dollar Tree 2798Other1110 W Main St
Family Dollar 5021Other701 W Main St
Murphy USA 7747Convenience Store1190 W Main St
Rj Food MartConvenience Store794 W Main St
Stop Fast MarinaConvenience Store13321 State Highway 198
Walmart Supercenter 516Super Store1200 W Main St

Treatment Centers in Gun Barrel City

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Counseling Solutions - Mabank Counseling SolutionsSubstance Abuse903-309-2563

DOL Wage Violations in Gun Barrel City

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,650 in back wages owed to 9 employees.

1
Violations
$1,650
Back Wages Owed
9
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Taco Bell / KFC #15461 Yum Brands 75156 1 $1,650 $183 9

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gun Barrel City

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BEACON CHURCH OF CHRIST HWY 85 AT HARBOR POINT DR146 HARBOR POINT RD PO BOX 67
LIVING WATERS FULL GOSPEL102 SOWARDS CIRCLE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gun Barrel City

What is the population of Gun Barrel City?

Gun Barrel City has a population of 6,408 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,025 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.6% female and 53.4% male.

Is Gun Barrel City expensive to live in?

Gun Barrel City 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 $69,273, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $229,300 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $922 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gun Barrel City safe?

Gun Barrel City is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 159 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,754 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Gun Barrel City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Gun Barrel City?

Gun Barrel City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Gun Barrel City?

The unemployment rate in Gun Barrel City is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,076. There are 2,668 business establishments in the area, including 225 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 15.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gun Barrel City?

The median home value in Gun Barrel City is $229,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,094. For renters, the median monthly rent is $922. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.6%. The average annual property tax is $7,453.

How are the schools in Gun Barrel City?

Schools in Gun Barrel City score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.9% of adults in Gun Barrel City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Gun Barrel City?

The obesity rate in Gun Barrel City is 35.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 28.3% are physically inactive. 27.1% of residents report depression. 14.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 67.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,781.

What is transportation like in Gun Barrel City?

The average commute in Gun Barrel City is 30 minutes. 66.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gun Barrel City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gun Barrel City is 96.2% White, 1.3% Black or African American. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 9.9% of the population are military veterans. 23.6% of residents have a disability. 80.1% have health insurance coverage.

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