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Huckabay, TX

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Huckabay is a small town in Texas with a population of 204. Residents earn $58,571 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
204 Population 61/sq mi density
$58,571 Median Income $24,778 per capita
$225,000 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$58,571 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$225,000 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,571
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.8%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density61/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,571
Per Capita$24,778
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$2,487M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85
Rent Burden33.5%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking13.6%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.8%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute29 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries2

Is Huckabay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huckabay receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Huckabay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huckabay is $58,571, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huckabay is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Huckabay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Huckabay has a population of 204 with a density of 61 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

204
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Huckabay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huckabay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huckabay is $58,571, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Huckabay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,571
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,778
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$72,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,279
County GDP$2,487M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare86
Retail160
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,187
77% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Huckabay is $225,000, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.3%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,187
77% above US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Huckabay, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,735
Dentists1:1,756
Mental Health1:762
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death7,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities86
Huckabay has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates32.3489°N, 98.2918°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%
D 15.7%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.8%
6% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density61/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants107
Retail Stores160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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