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Scurry, TX

Texas · Kaufman County · Metropolitan Area

Scurry is a small town in Texas with a population of 720. Residents earn $108,125 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
720 Population 360/sq mi density
$108,125 Median Income $40,009 per capita
$309,500 Home Value $335,854 Zillow
$1,227 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,125 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$309,500 home value, $1,227/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,125
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $309,500
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,227
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population720
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,125
Per Capita$40,009
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$6,967M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$309,500
Rent$1,227
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$335,854
Housing Units237
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking14.6%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score4.29

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute44 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries4

Is Scurry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scurry receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Scurry stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scurry is $108,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Scurry among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scurry is $309,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Scurry 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 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Scurry has a population of 720 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

720
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Scurry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scurry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scurry is $108,125, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Scurry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,125
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,009
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$72,125

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,668
County GDP$6,967M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare205
Retail327
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.2 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Scurry is $309,500, 10% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,854.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$309,500
10% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$335,854

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,227
6% above US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$862
1 Bedroom$1,012
2 Bedrooms$1,109
3 Bedrooms$1,528
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units237
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Scurry, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,781
Dentists1:2,612
Mental Health1:938
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits57.9%
Premature Death8,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities205
Scurry has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates32.5123°N, 96.3849°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyKaufman County County
County FIPS48257
Scurry is located in Kaufman County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.9-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score4.29
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyKaufman County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities205
Restaurants225
Retail Stores327

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.2 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Nearby Cities

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