Mertens, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
130 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,365 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
52 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$91,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$429 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$481 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hill County
3
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

Hill County
4
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 46
Feb 3 0 49
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 65
May 5 0 73
Jun 4 0 80
Jul 2 0 84
Aug 2 0 84
Sep 3 0 77
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 3 0 57
Dec 3 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 81%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, TX State Senate District 22, TX State House District 13, TX
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Schools

Frost El
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
Frost Hs
5 miles, E • 2.8 star
Milford School
5 miles, N • 1.9 star
Stafford El
8 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Hill College
12 miles, W • 1.4 star
Navarro College
23 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Hill Regional Hospital
12 miles, W • 3.2 star
Ennis Regional Medical Center
23 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Navarro Regional Hospital
23 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Waco Regional Airport
37 miles, SW • 1 star
Dallas Love Field
54 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
88 miles, SW • 1 star
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