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McKinney Acres, TX

Texas · Andrews County

McKinney Acres is a small town in Texas with a population of 605. Residents earn $63,279 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
605 Population 367/sq mi density
$63,279 Median Income $30,035 per capita
$77,600 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$63,279 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,600 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,279
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population605
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density367/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,279
Per Capita$30,035
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$5,215M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units399
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured30.7%
Smoking14.2%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,172 ft (967 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+47.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute14 min
Broadband70.9%
Libraries1

Is McKinney Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKinney Acres receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. McKinney Acres offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McKinney Acres is $63,279, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McKinney Acres is $77,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

McKinney Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

McKinney Acres has a population of 605 with a density of 367 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (38.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 24% of residents, while 76% speak Spanish. 10.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 36.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

605
Total Population
367
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McKinney Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only24.0%
69% below US avg
Spanish76.0%
467% above US avg

Social Characteristics

McKinney Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKinney Acres is $63,279, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,035 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,532. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 540 business establishments, including 40 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: McKinney Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,279
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,035
Avg Weekly Wage$1,532
IRS Avg AGI$87,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)540
County GDP$5,215M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare21
Retail47
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,964
70% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McKinney Acres is $77,600, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 399 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2004. The average annual property tax is $5,964 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,600
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.3%
Housing Units399
Median Year Built2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,964
70% above US avg
Effective Rate7.69%
In McKinney Acres, 36.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 14.2% are current smokers. 16.8% report binge drinking. 33.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.5% report depression. 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 30.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,049. The dentist ratio is 1:4,583. 74.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: McKinney Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate36.4%
Uninsured30.7%
257% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,049
Dentists1:4,583
Mental Health1:6,221
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits50.1%
Premature Death9,227/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access74.6%
Healthcare Facilities21
McKinney Acres enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 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 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 3,172 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.0 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,172 ft (967 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density367/sq mi
Coordinates32.2963°N, 102.5298°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyAndrews County County
County FIPS48003
McKinney Acres is located in Andrews County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 2.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 93% below the national average of 33.7%. 47.3% 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 85.9% of the vote, a 72.6-point margin. 70.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 21 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.9%
D 13.3%

Winner: Republican by 72.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+47.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density367/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi
CountyAndrews County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants40
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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