Zephyr, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
215 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$29,543 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$65,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$431 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$772 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Brown County
4
Brownwood Urban 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

Brown County
5
Brownwood Urban Area
5
Texas
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 15% of residents leaning left and 83% leaning right.

Liberal (15%) (83%) 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 0 45
Feb 2 0 49
Mar 3 0 57
Apr 2 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 4 0 80
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 3 0 66
Nov 2 0 56
Dec 2 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Zephyr School
<1 miles, SW · 3.7star
Early Middle
9 miles, NW · 3.7star
Early Hs
10 miles, NW · 4.1star
Blanket School
10 miles, N · 2.8star
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Colleges

Howard Payne University
12 miles, NW · 1.9star
Tarleton State University
50 miles, NE · 2.3star
Cisco College
51 miles, N · 1.4star
Ranger College
54 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Brownwood Regional Medical Center
12 miles, NW · 2.3star
Hamilton General Hospital
40 miles, E · 4.1star
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Airports

Robert Gray Army Airfield
71 miles, SE · 1star
Abilene Regional Airport
73 miles, NW · 1star
Waco Regional Airport
92 miles, SE · 1star
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