Harper, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
1,199 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,653 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$348,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$484 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$888 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gillespie County
1
Fredericksburg Urban Area
1
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gillespie County
2
Fredericksburg Urban Area
2
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 47
Feb 2 0 50
Mar 2 0 58
Apr 2 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 81
Aug 2 0 82
Sep 2 0 76
Oct 3 0 67
Nov 2 0 56
Dec 2 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (79%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 3%

Schools

Harper Middle
3 miles, NE 3.7 star
Harper Hs
3 miles, NE 3.7 star
Harper El
3 miles, NE 4.6 star
Pathways 3h Campus
11 miles, W 2.3 star

Colleges

Schreiner University
18 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Peterson Regional Medical Center
17 miles, S 3.2 star
Hill Country Memorial Hospital Inc
23 miles, SE 5 star
Kimble Hospital
34 miles, NW

Airports

San Antonio International Airport
70 miles, S 3.2 star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
102 miles, E 1 star