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Thunderbird Bay, TX

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Thunderbird Bay is a small town in Texas with a population of 820. Residents earn $48,179 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
820 Population 323/sq mi density
$48,179 Median Income $32,433 per capita
$73,900 Home Value
$1,158 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,179 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,900 home value, $1,158/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,179
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,158
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population820
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density323/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,179
Per Capita$32,433
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$281M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,900
Rent$1,158
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units894
Rent Burden23.2%

Health

Obesity32.4%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking14.6%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+99.6%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute17 min
Broadband95.4%
Libraries1

Is Thunderbird Bay a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thunderbird Bay is $48,179, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thunderbird Bay is $73,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,158 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Thunderbird Bay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Thunderbird Bay has a population of 820 with a density of 323 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

820
Total Population
323
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Thunderbird Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thunderbird Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thunderbird Bay is $48,179, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Thunderbird Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,179
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,433
Avg Weekly Wage$866
IRS Avg AGI$61,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$281M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare16
Retail31
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone46.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Thunderbird Bay is $73,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,158 (0% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,900
74% below US avg
Median List Price$105,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$105,500
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,158
0% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.8%
Housing Units894
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Rate6.36%
In Thunderbird Bay, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Thunderbird Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death13,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities16
Thunderbird Bay has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,457 ft (444 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density323/sq mi
Coordinates31.9096°N, 99.0208°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79-point margin. 95.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.3%
D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 79 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+99.6%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density323/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants25
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone46.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

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