Lake Bryan, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lake Bryan is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,880.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
1,880 Population 249/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $20,913 per capita
$232,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $232,300
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,880
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,913
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$15,745M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$232,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation356 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+65.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Lake Bryan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Bryan receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing. Lake Bryan faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Bryan is $232,300, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Bryan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lake Bryan has a population of 1,880 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.1%), with 28.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,880
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Bryan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.6%
33% below US avg
Spanish47.4%
254% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Bryan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Bryan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lake Bryan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,913
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$81,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,241
County GDP$15,745M

Business (County)

Restaurants613
Healthcare491
Retail675
Manufacturing125

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,407
169% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Bryan is $232,300, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,300
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,407
169% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Lake Bryan, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Bryan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death6,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities491

Crime Rates: Lake Bryan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lake Bryan has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation356 ft (109 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.6 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates30.7143°N, 96.4693°W
County FIPS48041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+65.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities491
Restaurants613
Retail Stores675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home5.0%

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