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Tira, TX

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Tira is a small town in Texas with a population of 406. Residents earn $61,500 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
406 Population 286/sq mi density
$61,500 Median Income $38,092 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$781 Median Rent 13.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $781/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,500
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population406
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density286/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,500
Per Capita$38,092
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$179M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units156
Rent Burden13.3%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking17.4%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation447 ft (136 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband79.4%

Is Tira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tira receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Tira offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tira is $61,500, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tira is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tira enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Tira has a population of 406 with a density of 286 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

406
Total Population
286
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tira is $61,500, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Tira vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,500
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,092
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$56,862

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,933
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tira is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden13.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%
Housing Units156
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,933
41% above US avg
Effective Rate5.80%
In Tira, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Mental Health1:1,840
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits52.4%
Premature Death13,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities4
Tira has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation447 ft (136 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density286/sq mi
Coordinates33.3291°N, 95.5361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin. 79.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density286/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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