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Tye, TX

Texas · Taylor County · Metropolitan Area

Tye is a small town in Texas with a population of 933. Residents earn $54,038 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
933 Population 194/sq mi density
$54,038 Median Income $25,449 per capita
$58,000 Home Value $118,896 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
327 Violent Crime/100K 2,619 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,038 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,000 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
327 violent crimes/100K (14% below avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,038
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,000
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 327/100K
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population933
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans14.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,038
Per Capita$25,449
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$9,866M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,896
Housing Units571
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

F
Violent327/100K
Property2,619/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault246/100K
Burglary409/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured18.1%
Smoking17.3%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,811 ft (552 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+77.1%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Broadband78.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Tye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tye receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Tye has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tye is $54,038, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tye is $58,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Tye is below the national average at 327 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,619 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tye enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Tye has a population of 933 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 4.3% Black.

Population

933
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tye is $54,038, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,038
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,449
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$73,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,886
County GDP$9,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants371
Healthcare409
Retail546
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,431
112% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tye is $58,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,896.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,000
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$118,896

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.6%
Housing Units571
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,431
112% above US avg
Effective Rate12.81%
In Tye, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.4%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.6%
Uninsured18.1%
110% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,493
Dentists1:1,134
Mental Health1:429
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits50.4%
Premature Death10,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities409
Tye has a violent crime rate of 327 per 100,000 residents, 14% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,619 per 100,000 (34% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent327.3/100K
14% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery81.8/100K
Assault245.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,618.7/100K
34% above US avg
Burglary409.2/100K
Theft1,718.5/100K
Vehicle Theft491.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Tye has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,811 ft (552 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates32.4522°N, 99.8665°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTaylor County County
County FIPS48441
Tye is located in Taylor County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 49.8-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 49.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+77.1%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi
CountyTaylor County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities409
Restaurants371
Retail Stores546

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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