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Hays, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Hays is a small town in Texas with a population of 173. Residents earn $89,750 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
173 Population 786/sq mi density
$89,750 Median Income $43,373 per capita
$330,400 Home Value
$2,150 Median Rent 29.4% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$89,750 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$330,400 home value, $2,150/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,750
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $330,400
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.8%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,150
85% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population173
Median Age54.9 yrs
Density786/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,750
Per Capita$43,373
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$202,653M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$330,400
Rent$2,150
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units71
Rent Burden29.4%

Health

Obesity30.0%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking7.9%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation729 ft (222 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.8%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+18.6%
School Score5.44

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 69%
Commute30 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries33

Is Hays a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hays receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hays stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hays is $89,750, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hays is $330,400, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,150 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hays enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hays has a population of 173 with a density of 786 people per square mile. The median age is 54.9 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 3.5% Black.

Population

173
Total Population
786
People / sq mi
54.9yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hays vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hays vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hays is $89,750, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Hays vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,750
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,373
Avg Weekly Wage$1,851
IRS Avg AGI$156,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)51,913
County GDP$202,653M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,614
Healthcare4,367
Retail3,884
Manufacturing906

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$14,459
313% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hays is $330,400, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,150 (85% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,400
17% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,150
85% above US avg
Rent Burden29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,474
1 Bedroom$1,562
2 Bedrooms$1,852
3 Bedrooms$2,347
4 Bedrooms$2,760

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%
Housing Units71
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,459
313% above US avg
Effective Rate4.38%
In Hays, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 7.9% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.9%
44% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death5,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities4,367
Hays has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation729 ft (222 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density786/sq mi
Coordinates30.1215°N, 97.8724°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48453
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.3-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.4%
D 68.8%

Winner: Democrat by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.8%
39% above US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+18.6%
School Test Score5.44
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density786/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities4,367
Restaurants3,614
Retail Stores3,884

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)160

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

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