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Yantis, TX

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Yantis is a small town in Texas with a population of 384. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
384 Population 209/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $28,509 per capita
$156,000 Home Value $374,948 Zillow
$783 Median Rent 43.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$156,000 home value, $783/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population384
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$28,509
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$345M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,000
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,948
Housing Units157
Rent Burden43.0%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured15.3%
Smoking17.4%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation478 ft (146 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+9.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute21 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries1

Is Yantis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yantis receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. 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. Yantis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yantis is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yantis is $156,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Yantis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Yantis has a population of 384 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

384
Total Population
209
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Yantis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yantis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yantis is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Yantis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,509
Avg Weekly Wage$845
IRS Avg AGI$68,918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)271
County GDP$345M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare12
Retail31
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,472
85% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone97.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Yantis is $156,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,948.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$374,948

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg
Rent Burden43.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.7%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,472
85% above US avg
Effective Rate4.15%
In Yantis, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Uninsured15.3%
78% above US avg
Primary Care1:12,509
Dentists1:6,412
Mental Health1:1,855
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits54.7%
Premature Death9,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities12
Yantis has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation478 ft (146 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density209/sq mi
Coordinates32.9285°N, 95.5774°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48379
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.9-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 13.3%

Winner: Republican by 72.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+9.5%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density209/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants26
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone97.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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