Median Income $68,750

9% lower than US avg

Home Value $295,000

5% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.1%

85% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.3%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population177

Median Age70.6 yrs

Density97/mi²

Male / Female58% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans6.8%

Economy

Median Income$68,750

Per Capita$38,064

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,728M

Commute40 min

Housing

Home Value$295,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$251,798

Housing Units165

Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity34.3%

Uninsured10.2%

Smoking13.7%

Depression24.5%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain32.3 in/yr

Sunny Days303/yr

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.1%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute40 min

Broadband78.0%

Libraries5

Is Tow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tow receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Tow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tow is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tow is $295,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Tow has a population of 177 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 70.6 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

177

Total Population

People / sq mi

70.6yrs

Median Age

81% above US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%

Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tow is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Tow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$68,750
	9% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,064
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,089
IRS Avg AGI	$111,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,697
County GDP	$2,728M

Business (County)

Restaurants	136
Healthcare	145
Retail	196
Manufacturing	77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,760
	207% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	40.2 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Tow is $295,000, 5% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,798.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$295,000
	5% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$251,798

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	93.1%
Housing Units	165
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,760
	207% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.65%

In Tow, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.3%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.6%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.7%
	2% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.8%
Physical Inactivity	20.9%
Depression	24.5%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.6%
Uninsured	10.2%
	19% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,426
Dentists	1:2,019
Mental Health	1:1,125
Checkup Rate	71.6%
Dental Visits	58.1%
Premature Death	8,879/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	42.2%
Healthcare Facilities	145

Tow has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	65.3°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	32.3 inches
	15% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,034 ft (315 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density	97/sq mi
Coordinates	30.8877°N, 98.4641°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Burnet County County
County FIPS	48053

Tow is located in Burnet County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%

D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.1%
	85% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	97/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi
County	Burnet County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	78.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	145
Restaurants	136
Retail Stores	196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	40.2 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.5%

Tow, TX

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

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Community

Is Tow a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Tow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Tow vs U.S. Average

Income: Tow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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