Baird, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,687 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,222 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$74,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$464 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Callahan County
2
Abilene Metro Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Callahan County
2
Abilene Metro Area
4
Texas
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (78%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 42
Feb 2 0 46
Mar 2 0 55
Apr 2 0 63
May 4 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 2 0 53
Dec 1 1 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Baird El
<1 miles, N · 2.8star
Baird Middle
<1 miles, N · 2.3star
Baird Hs
<1 miles, NW · 2.8star
Clyde Jh
6 miles, NW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Abilene Christian University
19 miles, NW · 2.3star
Hardin-Simmons University
21 miles, NW · 2.3star
McMurry University
21 miles, NW · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Hendrick Medical Center
20 miles, NW · 5star
Abilene Regional Medical Center
20 miles, W · 2.3star
Eastland Memorial Hospital
34 miles, E · 4.1star
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Airports

Abilene Regional Airport
17 miles, NW · 1star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
130 miles, SE · 1star
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