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Horseshoe Bend, TX

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Horseshoe Bend is a small town in Texas with a population of 709. Residents earn $41,875 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
709 Population 430/sq mi density
$41,875 Median Income $32,060 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$41,875 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,875
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.0%
206% higher than US avg

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

People

Population709
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,875
Per Capita$32,060
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty38.0%
County GDP$3,550M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units642
Rent Burden32.4%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured13.5%
Smoking13.9%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation711 ft (217 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+83.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute41 min
Broadband95.8%
Libraries1

Is Horseshoe Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horseshoe Bend receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Horseshoe Bend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Horseshoe Bend is $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 38.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Horseshoe Bend is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Horseshoe Bend enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Horseshoe Bend has a population of 709 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

709
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Horseshoe Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.3%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.7%
32% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Horseshoe Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horseshoe Bend is $41,875, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Horseshoe Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,875
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,060
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$92,042

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.0%
206% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,700
County GDP$3,550M

Business (County)

Restaurants139
Healthcare160
Retail185
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Horseshoe Bend is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units642
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Effective Rate6.91%
In Horseshoe Bend, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Horseshoe Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate42.7%
Uninsured13.5%
57% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,676
Dentists1:1,844
Mental Health1:797
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits56.2%
Premature Death9,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities160
Horseshoe Bend has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation711 ft (217 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates32.5790°N, 97.8852°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48221
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+83.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities160
Restaurants139
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

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