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Is Bryan a Good Place to Live? Bryan, Texas: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Bryan ranks #719 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #313 of 524 smaller cities and #35 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low living costs (91, #56 of 524) and short commutes (18.5 min, #61 of 524), and trails on high poverty (23%, #483 of 524) and low household income ($59,289, #447 of 524).
Bryan by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Bryan's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Bryan?
Bryan's cost of living index is 91, 9% below the US level of 100 and #244 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,195/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $273,941, 8% below the typical Texas home ($299,367).
| Measure | Bryan | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 91#244 of 1,308 | 97 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home value (Zillow)Zillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $273,941#311 of 1,187 | $299,367 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rent (Zillow)Zillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,406/mo#258 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $227,800#319 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,195/mo#432 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 3.8x#506 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 24.2%#920 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Bryan housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Bryan is in the College Station-Bryan, TX metro.
Texas housing market →Is Bryan safe?
Bryan recorded 287 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 23% below the US rate of 373 and 28% below Texas's 401. That ranks #536 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #238 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Bryan Police Department. Property crime runs 1,130 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
| Measure | Bryan | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 373 | 287#536 of 1,083 | 401 | 264 | 373 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,553 · US 2,083 | 1,130#275 of 1,083 | 2,463 | 1,553 | 2,083 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Bryan?
The median household in Bryan earns $59,289, 23% below the US figure of $76,827 and 19% below Texas ($73,035). Unemployment is 3.5% (US 4.2%). 23% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.9% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
| Measure | Bryan | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $76,827 | $59,289#1061 of 1,312 | $73,035 | $83,646 | $76,827 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.2% | 3.5%#249 of 1,058 | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 23%#1189 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.8% | +0.9%#254 of 1,132 | +1.7% | +0.2% | +0.8% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Bryan?
The median resident of Bryan is 32 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 30.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #787 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 50.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Bryan | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 32 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 30.1%#787 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 50.9% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Bryan's schools and health?
There is no city graduation rate for Bryan; its public schools have 13.6 students per teacher and spend $12,952 per pupil. 33.4% of adults are obese and 12.6% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Bryan | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 13.6#234 of 1,188 | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $12,952#833 of 1,188 | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 33.4%#644 of 1,311 | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 12.6%#885 of 1,311 | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 19.3%#1089 of 1,311 | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 22.1%#1239 of 1,311 | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. 16,266 students are enrolled in Bryan's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Bryan?
The average commute in Bryan is 18.5 minutes (Texas 23.7); 0.9% of workers take transit and 7.7% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Bryan scores 7.8 of 20 (below average walkable), #1105 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 84.5°F and winters 53.3°F, with 41.8 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Bryan | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 18.5 min#222 of 1,312 | 23.7 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 3.7%#328 of 1,312 | 8.1% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 76.6% | 75.1% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.9% | 1% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.5% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 7.7% | 11% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 7.8#1105 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 61.7 | 41.3 | 3.4 |
| Feb | 65.5 | 45.1 | 2.9 |
| Mar | 72.5 | 51.7 | 3.4 |
| Apr | 79.2 | 58.1 | 2.9 |
| May | 86.3 | 66.4 | 4.6 |
| Jun | 92.2 | 73 | 4 |
| Jul | 95.4 | 74.9 | 2 |
| Aug | 96.6 | 74.7 | 3.1 |
| Sep | 91.2 | 70 | 3.5 |
| Oct | 81.9 | 60.2 | 4.9 |
| Nov | 71.1 | 49.8 | 3.3 |
| Dec | 63.4 | 42.8 | 3.7 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at College Stn Easterwood Fld.
| Measure | Bryan | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 69.4°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 84.5°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 53.3°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 41.8 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at College Stn Easterwood Fld.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Bryan?
Brazos County's air had a median air quality index of 40, and 69% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Brazos County's biggest natural hazard losses in hurricane, hail, and tornado, with expected yearly losses of 0.08% of building value, lower than 96% of US counties.
| Measure | Bryan | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 40#354 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 0#1 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.08%#64 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Brazos County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Brazos County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane | 0.0083% | 73% of counties |
| Hail | 0.0033% | 60% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.0086% | 49% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.05% | 11% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Bryan compare with similar-size cities?
Bryan is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #313 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 87,939.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan, TXPop. 87,939 | #719 | 54.7 | $59,289 | $1,195/mo | 287 | 18.5 min |
| Lawrence, MAPop. 88,736 | #874 | 52.1 | $60,433 | $1,662/mo | 361 | 23 min |
| Bloomington, MNPop. 88,665 | #264 | 62.8 | $93,211 | $1,561/mo | 283 | 21 min |
| Springdale, ARPop. 88,160 | #747 | 54.2 | $69,787 | $1,071/mo | 527 | 19.3 min |
| Deerfield Beach, FLPop. 88,093 | #1091 | 48.0 | $59,730 | $1,774/mo | part year | 28.2 min |
| Troy, MIPop. 87,898 | #66 | 69.5 | $120,045 | $1,602/mo | 93 | 23.7 min |
| San Leandro, CAPop. 87,826 | #828 | 52.8 | $101,420 | $2,186/mo | 506 | 31.2 min |
| Ogden, UTPop. 87,413 | #785 | 53.5 | $72,575 | $1,216/mo | 445 | 22.5 min |
| Danbury, CTPop. 87,263 | #441 | 59.2 | $83,393 | $1,846/mo | 146 | 29.9 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Bryan compare with the rest of Texas?
Bryan ranks #35 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 54.7 against Texas's statewide 45.8. Its households earn 19% below the Texas median. Violent crime is 28% below the statewide rate. Homes are 8% below the typical Texas home.
| City | Rank in TX | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flower Mound, TXPop. 78,389 | #1 | 67.4 | $161,235 | $2,231/mo | 42 |
| Frisco, TXPop. 219,304 | #2 | 66.6 | $150,212 | $2,014/mo | 98 |
| Cedar Park, TXPop. 78,301 | #3 | 66.3 | $129,545 | $1,846/mo | 91 |
| McKinney, TXPop. 210,600 | #4 | 65.3 | $124,215 | $1,901/mo | 115 |
| Leander, TXPop. 74,067 | #5 | 65.2 | $139,048 | $1,939/mo | part year |
| Round Rock, TXPop. 127,786 | #6 | 64.9 | $99,287 | $1,763/mo | 125 |
| The Woodlands, TXPop. 121,002 | #7 | 63.6 | $140,701 | $1,822/mo | no data |
| Georgetown, TXPop. 85,999 | #8 | 63.4 | $95,062 | $1,795/mo | 149 |
| Mansfield, TXPop. 77,510 | #9 | 63.4 | $121,126 | $1,954/mo | 106 |
| Allen, TXPop. 110,265 | #10 | 63.3 | $130,901 | $1,932/mo | 79 |
| Little Elm, TXPop. 54,820 | … #31 | 56.7 | $119,219 | $1,953/mo | part year |
| Conroe, TXPop. 102,360 | #32 | 56.2 | $76,206 | $1,393/mo | 263 |
| Euless, TXPop. 60,421 | #33 | 55.8 | $82,167 | $1,690/mo | 159 |
| San Angelo, TXPop. 99,674 | #34 | 54.9 | $65,864 | $1,153/mo | 287 |
| Bryan, TXPop. 87,939 | #35 | 54.7 | $59,289 | $1,195/mo | 287 |
| Garland, TXPop. 246,844 | #36 | 54.5 | $76,320 | $1,641/mo | 191 |
| College Station, TXPop. 124,570 | #37 | 54.5 | $50,900 | $1,194/mo | 132 |
| Missouri City, TXPop. 76,558 | #38 | 54.4 | $94,390 | $1,931/mo | 151 |
| Fort Worth, TXPop. 963,194 | #39 | 54.2 | $79,507 | $1,509/mo | 375 |
The top 10 of the 74 and the cities ranked either side of Bryan among the Texas cities we track, by overall score. Texas statewide: median income $73,035, violent crime 401 per 100,000.
How is Bryan's score calculated?
Bryan scores 54.7 out of 100, #719 of 1,312 (grade C+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Texas's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Bryan. Similar-size median 55.5.
48.8 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Bryan's police agency. Similar-size median 77.6.
80.5 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Bryan. Similar-size median 58.9.
48.3 - EducationCity data, some inputs missing · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Bryan's public schools. One input is missing, so the score uses the others. Similar-size median 55.2.
52.6 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Bryan's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
78.9 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Bryan. Similar-size median 56.1.
23.5 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Bryan. Similar-size median 42.4.
51.9 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Bryan. Similar-size median 50.0.
47.2 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Bryan's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
35.8 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
78.0 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Bryan's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Bryan has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Bryan
Is Bryan, TX a good place to live?
Bryan ranks #719 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #313 of 524 smaller cities and #35 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low living costs (91, #56 of 524) and short commutes (18.5 min, #61 of 524), and trails on high poverty (23%, #483 of 524) and low household income ($59,289, #447 of 524).
What is the cost of living in Bryan?
Bryan's cost of living index is 91, 9% below the US level of 100 and #244 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,195/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $273,941, 8% below the typical Texas home ($299,367).
What is the crime rate in Bryan?
Bryan recorded 287 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 23% below the US rate of 373 and 28% below Texas's 401. That ranks #536 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #238 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Bryan Police Department. Property crime runs 1,130 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
What is the median household income in Bryan?
The median household in Bryan earns $59,289, 23% below the US figure of $76,827 and 19% below Texas ($73,035). Unemployment is 3.5% (US 4.2%). 23% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.9% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
How much is rent in Bryan?
Median rent in Bryan is $1,195/mo (Census), #432 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Zillow's typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,406/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 24.2% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Bryan?
Zillow's typical home value in Bryan is $273,941, up 0.4% in a year, against $299,367 for Texas and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $227,800.
How are the public schools in Bryan?
There is no city graduation rate for Bryan; its public schools have 13.6 students per teacher and spend $12,952 per pupil.
How long is the commute in Bryan?
The average commute is 18.5 minutes, #222 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.7 minutes across Texas. 3.7% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Bryan?
Bryan averages 69.4°F over the year, 84.5°F in summer and 53.3°F in winter, with 41.8 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Bryan walkable?
Bryan scores 7.8 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1105 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Bryan at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Brazos County's biggest natural hazard losses in hurricane, hail, and tornado, with expected yearly losses of 0.08% of building value, lower than 96% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Bryan?
Brazos County's air had a median air quality index of 40, and 69% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Bryan?
Bryan has 87,939 residents. The median resident of Bryan is 32 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 30.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #787 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 50.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Bryan compare with the rest of Texas?
Bryan ranks #35 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 54.7 against Texas's statewide 45.8. Its households earn 19% below the Texas median. Violent crime is 28% below the statewide rate. Homes are 8% below the typical Texas home.
What cities are similar in size to Bryan?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Bryan's population of 87,939 are Lawrence, MA (#874 overall), Bloomington, MN (#264 overall), Springdale, AR (#747 overall), Deerfield Beach, FL (#1091 overall), and Troy, MI (#66 overall). Bryan is #719.