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Turkey is a small town in Texas with a population of 231. Residents earn $49,464 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
231 Population 282/sq mi density
$49,464 Median Income $32,677 per capita
$81,700 Home Value $96,896 Zillow
$575 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$49,464 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,700 home value, $575/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,464
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,464
Per Capita$32,677
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$106M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,700
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,896
Housing Units269
Rent Burden19.0%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured21.2%
Smoking17.2%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,344 ft (714 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+80.1%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute13 min
Broadband80.2%
Libraries1

Is Turkey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turkey receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Turkey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Turkey is $49,464, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Turkey is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Turkey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Turkey has a population of 231 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.4%), with 6.9% Hispanic.

Population

231
Total Population
282
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Turkey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.0%
13% below US avg
Spanish32.0%
139% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Turkey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turkey is $49,464, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Turkey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,464
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,677
Avg Weekly Wage$735
IRS Avg AGI$50,202

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)131
County GDP$106M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.0 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Turkey is $81,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,896.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,700
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$96,896

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.2%
Housing Units269
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

In Turkey, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.8%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.9%
Uninsured21.2%
147% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits45.7%
Premature Death10,246/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities4
Turkey has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,344 ft (714 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density282/sq mi
Coordinates34.3939°N, 100.8953°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.4-point margin. 80.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+80.1%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density282/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.0 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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