Shadybrook, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Shadybrook is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,649. Residents earn $66,373 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,649 Population 343/sq mi density
$66,373 Median Income $33,437 per capita
$226,900 Home Value
$979 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,373 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$226,900 home value, $979/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,373
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $226,900
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $979
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,649
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,373
Per Capita$33,437
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,900
Rent$979
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation384 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute29 min
Libraries6

Is Shadybrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shadybrook receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Shadybrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shadybrook is $66,373, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shadybrook is $226,900, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $979 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Shadybrook enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Shadybrook has a population of 2,649 with a density of 343 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

2,649
Total Population
343
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shadybrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.7%
2% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shadybrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shadybrook is $66,373, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Shadybrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,373
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,437
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home22.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Shadybrook is $226,900, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $979 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,900
20% below US avg
Median List Price$230,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$230,000
$/Sq Ft$189
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops8.6%
Inventory35

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$979
16% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Shadybrook, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690

Crime Rates: Shadybrook vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Shadybrook has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density343/sq mi
Coordinates32.1169°N, 95.4277°W
County FIPS48423
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density343/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home22.3%

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