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Hedley, TX

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Hedley is a small town in Texas with a population of 268. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
268 Population 372/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $34,475 per capita
$38,900 Home Value
$634 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
61°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
3.6 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,900 home value, $634/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,900
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $634
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population268
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density372/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$34,475
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$173M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,900
Rent$634
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units180
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking15.7%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,614 ft (797 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+12.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 10%
Commute21 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries1

Is Hedley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hedley 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, below-average incomes. Hedley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hedley is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hedley is $38,900, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $634 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hedley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hedley has a population of 268 with a density of 372 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

268
Total Population
372
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Hedley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hedley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hedley is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Hedley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,475
Avg Weekly Wage$753
IRS Avg AGI$47,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)123
County GDP$173M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,133
10% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hedley is $38,900, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $634 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,900
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$634
45% 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-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units180
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,133
10% below US avg
Effective Rate8.05%
In Hedley, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.8%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death10,599/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities8
Hedley has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,614 ft (797 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density372/sq mi
Coordinates34.8674°N, 100.6591°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.2-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.2%

Winner: Republican by 78.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+12.7%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density372/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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