Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 48% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 732 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,004 (28.7%) |
| Some College | 3,807 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 4,719 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,164 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,436 (30.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,250 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $299,437 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,263/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,400 |
| Vacant Units | 4,025 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Burnet County is located in Texas and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 42,495 residents. With a median age of 44.15, it is a middle-aged county.
Burnet County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $76,250 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.8% is well below the national average.
Housing in Burnet County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $299,437 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,262. Homeownership rates are high at 76.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Burnet County are primarily White (70.8%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Burnet County, TX is a middle-income area in Texas. The 4 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.