McLean, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $44,934

40% lower than US avg

Home Value $72,500

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.2%

82% lower than US avg

Median Rent $864

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.3%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.2%

94% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.5%

49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population855

Median Age35.9 yrs

Density737/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 81%

Veterans4.3%

Economy

Median Income$44,934

Per Capita$22,740

Unemployment0.2%

Poverty18.5%

County GDP$1,442M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$72,500

Rent$864

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units449

Rent Burden38.8%

Health

Obesity35.3%

Uninsured15.2%

Smoking15.8%

Depression26.2%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain26.4 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation2,862 ft (872 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.2%

High School+84.0%

Graduate+1.2%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%

Commute29 min

Broadband76.6%

Libraries2

Is McLean a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McLean is $44,934, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. The poverty rate of 18.5% 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 McLean is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

McLean enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

McLean has a population of 855 with a density of 737 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.4% female and 45.6% male. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 5.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88% of residents, while 12% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 86.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

855

Total Population

737

People / sq mi

35.9yrs

Median Age

8% below US avg

1.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%

Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McLean vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	88.0%
	12% above US avg
Spanish	12.0%
	10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McLean vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McLean is $44,934, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,740 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,157, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 552 business establishments, including 45 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 0.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: McLean vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$44,934
	40% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$22,740
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,157
IRS Avg AGI	$60,134

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.2%
	94% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.5%
	49% above US avg
Establishments (County)	552
County GDP	$1,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants	45
Healthcare	45
Retail	82
Manufacturing	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,438
	27% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.1 min
Drive Alone	79.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in McLean is $72,500, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 449 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1951. The average annual property tax is $4,438 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$72,500
	74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$864
	26% below US avg
Rent Burden	38.8%

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	71.8%
Housing Units	449
Median Year Built	1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,438
	27% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.12%

In McLean, 35.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 26.8% are physically inactive. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 15.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,505. The dentist ratio is 1:1,751. 92.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.3%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	31.6%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.8%
	13% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	26.8%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	19.8%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.9%
Uninsured	15.2%
	77% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,505
Dentists	1:1,751
Mental Health	1:2,324
Checkup Rate	71.8%
Dental Visits	55.2%
Premature Death	11,272/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	92.6%
Healthcare Facilities	45

McLean enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 326 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 26.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 2,862 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.9°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	26.4 inches
	31% below US avg
Snowfall	7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,862 ft (872 m)
Area	1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density	737/sq mi
Coordinates	35.2323°N, 100.6001°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Gray County County
County FIPS	48179

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (4°C)	0.5 in	Driest
February	41°F (5°C)	0.9 in
March	48°F (9°C)	1.5 in
April	57°F (14°C)	1.9 in
May	66°F (19°C)	3.5 in
June	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in	Wettest
July	80°F (26°C)	2.1 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	2.6 in
September	71°F (21°C)	2.8 in
October	60°F (15°C)	1.9 in
November	47°F (8°C)	1.0 in
December	38°F (3°C)	0.6 in	Coldest

McLean has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 38°F in December to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.5").

McLean is located in Gray County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 6.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. 1.2% 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 88.3% of the vote, a 77.1-point margin. 76.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 45 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%

D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.2%
	82% below US avg
High School+	84.0%
Graduate Degree+	1.2%
School Test Score	5.10

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	737/sq mi
Total Area	1.2 sq mi
County	Gray County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	76.6%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	45
Restaurants	45
Retail Stores	82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.1 min
Drive Alone	79.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About McLean

What is the population of McLean?

McLean has a population of 855 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 737 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.4% female and 45.6% male.

Is McLean expensive to live in?

McLean has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $44,934, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $72,500 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in McLean?

McLean enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.4 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in McLean?

The job market in McLean is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,157. There are 552 business establishments in the area, including 45 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 0.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in McLean?

The median home value in McLean is $72,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $864. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $4,438.

How are the schools in McLean?

Schools in McLean score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 6.2% of adults in McLean hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is McLean?

The obesity rate in McLean is 35.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 26.8% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 15.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 92.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,505.

What is transportation like in McLean?

The average commute in McLean is 29 minutes. 79.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of McLean?

The racial and ethnic makeup of McLean is 80.9% White, 5.1% Hispanic or Latino. 88% of residents speak only English at home, while 12% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 86.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Shamrock, TX 1,966 pop · 20.0 mi Wheeler, TX 1,401 pop · 23.3 mi Clarendon, TX 1,789 pop · 26.3 mi Pampa, TX 16,735 pop · 30.0 mi Wellington, TX 2,008 pop · 34.1 mi Memphis, TX 2,231 pop · 35.1 mi White Deer, TX 1,179 pop · 35.3 mi Claude, TX 1,164 pop · 43.9 mi Panhandle, TX 2,613 pop · 44.7 mi Canadian, TX 2,314 pop · 48.4 mi Hollis, OK 1,674 pop · 53.9 mi Borger, TX 12,398 pop · 53.9 mi Sayre, OK 5,216 pop · 55.0 mi Childress, TX 5,964 pop · 57.9 mi

Compare McLean with another city: