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Leary, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Leary is a small town in Texas with a population of 564. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
564 Population 444/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $29,133 per capita
$164,800 Home Value $160,818 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,800 home value, $875/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population564
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density444/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$29,133
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$5,214M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,800
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,818
Housing Units244
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking17.7%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation355 ft (108 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+75.4%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute19 min
Broadband75.6%
Libraries4

Is Leary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leary receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Leary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leary is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leary is $164,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Leary enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Leary has a population of 564 with a density of 444 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 3% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.

Population

564
Total Population
444
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Leary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leary is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Leary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,133
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$66,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,482
County GDP$5,214M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare301
Retail384
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,355
110% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Leary is $164,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,818.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,800
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,818

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%
Housing Units244
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,355
110% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Leary, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits55.0%
Premature Death12,278/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access51.4%
Healthcare Facilities301
Leary has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation355 ft (108 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density444/sq mi
Coordinates33.4670°N, 94.2113°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.7-point margin. 75.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+75.4%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density444/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.6%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities301
Restaurants208
Retail Stores384

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home3.3%

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