Tool, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,399 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,964 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
48 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$451 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$647 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Henderson County
4
Athens Urban Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Henderson County
4
Athens Urban Area
4
Texas
5

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 5 0 73
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 5 0 67
Nov 4 0 56
Dec 4 0 47

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%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 85%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, TX State Senate District 3, TX State House District 4, TX
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Schools

Tool El
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Lakeview El
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Southside El
5 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mabank Hs
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Trinity Valley Community College
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Navarro College
24 miles, W • 1.4 star
Southwestern Christian College
32 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Ut Health East Texas Athens Hospital
21 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Navarro Regional Hospital
24 miles, W • 3.2 star
Ennis Regional Medical Center
28 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
45 miles, E • 1 star
Dallas Love Field
56 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Waco Regional Airport
77 miles, W • 1 star
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