Briggs, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
69 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
35.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$344,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$669 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$733 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Burnet County
2
Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Burnet County
2
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 48
Feb 2 0 51
Mar 3 0 58
Apr 2 0 67
May 4 0 74
Jun 4 0 81
Jul 2 0 84
Aug 2 0 84
Sep 3 0 78
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 3 0 58
Dec 2 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 31, TX State Senate District 24, TX State House District 19, TX
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Schools

Florence El
8 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Florence Hs
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Florence Middle
9 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Bertram El
12 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Central Texas College
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Adventhealth Central Texas
17 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Seton Medical Center Harker Heights
19 miles, E • 3.2 star
Rollins Brook Community Hospital
20 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Robert Gray Army Airfield
14 miles, NE • 1 star
Waco Regional Airport
64 miles, NE • 1 star
Easterwood Field
95 miles, SE • 1 star
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