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Sandy Point, TX

Texas · Brazoria County · Metropolitan Area

Sandy Point is a small town in Texas with a population of 127. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
127 Population 73/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $57,522 per capita
$187,500 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $675/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$57,522
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$23,376M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured16.0%
Smoking14.0%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries13

Is Sandy Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sandy Point receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Sandy Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sandy Point is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sandy Point is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sandy Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sandy Point has a population of 127 with a density of 73 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 19.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87% of residents, while 13% speak Spanish. 1.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 91.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

127
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sandy Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sandy Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sandy Point is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,522 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,312. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,858 business establishments, including 727 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 13.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Sandy Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$57,522
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,858
County GDP$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants727
Healthcare920
Retail892
Manufacturing253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone60.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sandy Point is $187,500, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% 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 84 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $8,186 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Rate4.37%
In Sandy Point, 38.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 35.6% have high blood pressure. 14.0% are current smokers. 16.6% report binge drinking. 27.2% are physically inactive. 22.7% report depression. 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 16.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,531. The dentist ratio is 1:1,695. 79.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Sandy Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.1%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep44.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured16.0%
86% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,531
Dentists1:1,695
Mental Health1:852
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits54.1%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities920
Sandy Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 314 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 55.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.1 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates29.4013°N, 95.4817°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBrazoria County County
County FIPS48039
Sandy Point is located in Brazoria County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 18.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. 7.3% 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 59.2% of the vote, a 19.7-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 920 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 60.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi
CountyBrazoria County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities920
Restaurants727
Retail Stores892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone60.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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