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Happy, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Happy is a small town in Texas with a population of 758. Residents earn $67,656 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
758 Population 715/sq mi density
$67,656 Median Income $21,854 per capita
$78,600 Home Value $156,412 Zillow
$943 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$67,656 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,600 home value, $943/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,656
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population758
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density715/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,656
Per Capita$21,854
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$6,117M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,600
Rent$943
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,412
Housing Units278
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured17.2%
Smoking16.8%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation3,599 ft (1,097 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute18 min
Broadband81.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Happy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Happy receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Happy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Happy is $67,656, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Happy is $78,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.0% 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

Happy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches, including 11.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Happy has a population of 758 with a density of 715 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%).

Population

758
Total Population
715
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Happy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.4%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.6%
91% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Happy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Happy is $67,656, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Happy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,656
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,854
Avg Weekly Wage$1,045
IRS Avg AGI$87,129

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,729
County GDP$6,117M

Business (County)

Restaurants244
Healthcare288
Retail399
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,551
116% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Happy is $78,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,412.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,412

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$943
19% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,551
116% above US avg
Effective Rate9.61%
In Happy, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Uninsured17.2%
100% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,821
Dentists1:1,642
Mental Health1:756
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits55.3%
Premature Death8,070/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities288
Happy has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall11.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,599 ft (1,097 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density715/sq mi
Coordinates34.7416°N, 101.8571°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48381
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 19.4%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density715/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities288
Restaurants244
Retail Stores399

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

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