Gainesville Urban Area, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
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
42,473 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,472 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$224,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$648 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$818 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 41
Feb 2 0 45
Mar 3 0 53
Apr 3 0 62
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 2 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (80%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 26, TX State Senate District 30, TX State House District 68, TX
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Schools

Lindsay El
1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Lindsay Hs
1 miles, W • 4.6 star
St Mary School
4 miles, SE
Gainesville Hs
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

North Central Texas College
3 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Texas Woman's University
29 miles, S • 2.8 star
University of North Texas
30 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

North Texas Medical Center
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Dallas Love Field
58 miles, S • 3.7 star
Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
94 miles, NW • 1 star
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