Median Income $64,000

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $83,300

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 49.5%

47% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.5%

1% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.6%

1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population151

Median Age36.4 yrs

Density101/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$64,000

Per Capita$24,382

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty12.6%

County GDP$2,018M

Commute8 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$83,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$129,973

Housing Units140

Rent Burden31.9%

Health

Obesity32.5%

Uninsured13.5%

Smoking14.5%

Depression25.2%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain30.6 in/yr

Sunny Days303/yr

Elevation1,654 ft (504 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+49.5%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%

Commute8 min

Broadband52.0%

Libraries2

Is May a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, May receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. May stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in May is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in May is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

May enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

May has a population of 151 with a density of 101 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 33.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

151

Total Population

101

People / sq mi

36.4yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%

Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

May vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

May vs U.S. Average

The median household income in May is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $926, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 960 business establishments, including 87 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: May vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$64,000
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,382
Avg Weekly Wage	$926
IRS Avg AGI	$64,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.6%
	1% above US avg
Establishments (County)	960
County GDP	$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants	87
Healthcare	113
Retail	138
Manufacturing	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,923
	98% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	8.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	7.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in May is $83,300, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,973, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 140 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $6,923 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$83,300
	70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$129,973

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.4%
Housing Units	140
Median Year Built	1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,923
	98% above US avg
Effective Rate	8.31%

In May, 32.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 14.5% are current smokers. 20.2% report binge drinking. 24.3% are physically inactive. 25.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 13.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,910. The dentist ratio is 1:2,741. 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.5%
	1% above US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	30.4%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.5%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.2%
Physical Inactivity	24.3%
Depression	25.2%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	13.0%
Short Sleep	36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.4%
Uninsured	13.5%
	57% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,910
Dentists	1:2,741
Mental Health	1:490
Checkup Rate	71.5%
Dental Visits	61.1%
Premature Death	11,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	63.7%
Healthcare Facilities	113

May enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,654 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.6°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	30.6 inches
	19% below US avg
Snowfall	1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,654 ft (504 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density	101/sq mi
Coordinates	31.9798°N, 98.9247°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Brown County County
County FIPS	48049

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temp	Precipitation
Jan	46°F (8°C)	1.4"
Feb	48°F (9°C)	1.8"
Mar	56°F (13°C)	2.1"
Apr	64°F (18°C)	2.5"
May	71°F (22°C)	3.9"
Jun	78°F (26°C)	3.6"
Jul	84°F (29°C)	1.9"
Aug	81°F (27°C)	2.3"
Sep	75°F (24°C)	3.3"
Oct	66°F (19°C)	2.9"
Nov	54°F (12°C)	1.7"
Dec	46°F (8°C)	1.3"

The warmest month is July at 84°F, while the coldest is January at 46°F — a seasonal swing of 39°F. May sees the most rain (3.9"), while December is the driest (1.3").

May is located in Brown County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 49.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 86.6% of the vote, a 73.9-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 113 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.6%

D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 73.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	49.5%
	47% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	101/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi
County	Brown County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	52.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	113
Restaurants	87
Retail Stores	138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	7.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

May, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is May a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

May vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

May vs U.S. Average

Income: May vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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