State House District 8, TX
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
195,006
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,669
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$168,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$524
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$762
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6%
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 | 3 | 0 | 46 |
| Feb | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 83 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 83 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 76 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Dec | 3 | 0 | 47 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.
Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 75%Schools
Cayuga Hs
10 miles, W
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4.1
Cayuga El
10 miles, W
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4.1
Cayuga Middle
10 miles, W
•
2.8
Lapoynor Jh
12 miles, NE
•
1.9
Colleges
Trinity Valley Community College
18 miles, N
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1.4
Jacksonville College-Main Campus
28 miles, E
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1.4
Tyler Junior College
39 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital
16 miles, N
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3.2
Palestine Regional Medical Center
17 miles, S
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2.3
Freestone Medical Center
28 miles, W
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3.2
Ut Health East Texas Jacksonville Hospital
29 miles, E
•
4.1
Airports
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
35 miles, NE
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1
East Texas Regional Airport
68 miles, E
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1
Dallas Love Field
89 miles, NW
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3.7
Waco Regional Airport
89 miles, W
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1