Tuscola, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
989 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$143,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$375 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,042 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Taylor County
4
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

Taylor County
4
Abilene Metro Area
4
Texas
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (75%) 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 43
Feb 2 0 47
Mar 2 0 55
Apr 2 0 63
May 3 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 82
Aug 2 0 82
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 2 1 54
Dec 1 1 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Jim Ned Middle
<1 miles, NE · 3.7star
Jim Ned Hs
<1 miles, NE · 3.7star
Buffalo Gap El
5 miles, N · 4.1star
Lawn El
6 miles, S · 4.6star
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Colleges

McMurry University
15 miles, NE · 2.3star
Abilene Christian University
18 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Abilene Regional Medical Center
12 miles, NE · 2.3star
Hendrick Medical Center
18 miles, NE · 5star
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Airports

Abilene Regional Airport
15 miles, NE · 1star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
140 miles, SE · 1star
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