Town in Kinney County

Living in Brackettville, TX

A-

120th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 83 of 100

We give Brackettville an A-. It ranks 120th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on getting around and cost of living, and trails on internet access and education levels. It is a strong pick for young professionals and people on a budget.

  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Education levels scores low (6 of 100)
  • Internet access scores low (1 of 100)
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Where Brackettville is in Texas.
Population
1,327-1.3% since 2020
Median rent
$75546% lower than Texas
Median home value
$83,80070% lower than Texas
Household income
$69,459Median
Average commute
16 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Brackettville

Brackettville is a town in Kinney County. 1,327 people lived here in 2025, down 1.3% from 2020. It is small-town and rural in feel.

The median age is 39.2, 23% of households have children, 88% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $69,459 a year (11% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Brackettville

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $755, 46% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.2 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 16 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Brackettville

  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 122 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 59% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Brackettville suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 33% of rated schools earn an A or B. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 60% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 11% lower than the Texas median, with 10 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 95% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 59% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $755 is 46% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 24% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $755 is 46% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 90% for people on a budget.

Brackettville report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Brackettville with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A-

    Median rent $755, homes cost 1.2x income.

    87 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade B

    Median household income $69,459, 1.3% unemployed.

    67 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C

    3 rated campuses, 33% rated A or B.

    45 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    0 grocery stores, 10 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade A+

    Average commute 16 min, 21% work from home.

    98 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    11% have a bachelor’s degree.

    6 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D+

    25% of adults uninsured.

    27 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C

    88% of homes owner-occupied.

    46 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade F

    59% of homes have broadband.

    1 of 100 vs US towns

Where Brackettville stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 1.2x67% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 88%26 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median rent: $75546% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Homes with broadband internet: 59%33 points lower than Texas (91%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 11%23 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Vacant homes: 24%15 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Brackettville

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Brackettville is $755 a month, 46% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $30,000 a year. Right now 48% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $858 for a one-bedroom, $1,078 for a two-bedroom and $1,393 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $83,800, 70% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $459 before tax, or $554 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Brackettville pays $1,138 a year, 73% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in BrackettvilleStudio$8191 bedroom$8582 bedrooms$1,0783 bedrooms$1,3934 bedrooms$1,553
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Kinney County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent46% lower than Texas$755$1,403$1,413
Median home value70% lower than Texas$83,800$283,800$332,700
Home value to income67% lower than Texas1.2x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent4 points lower than Texas48%52%51%
Median property tax per year73% lower than Texas$1,138$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them26 points higher than Texas88%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197719921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$554
Mortgage payment
$459
Property tax
$95
Median rent, for comparison
$755

Based on a $83,800 home in Brackettville, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Schools in Brackettville

Brackettville has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 33% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Brackett ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Brackett High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 79 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
45
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
79
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • ABrackett High SchoolHigh, Brackett ISD91 of 100
  • CBrackett Junior HighMiddle, Brackett ISD76 of 100
  • CJones Elementary/Intermediate SchoolElementary, Brackett ISD71 of 100

Daily life in Brackettville

Everyday places mapped inside Brackettville, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Kinney County Public Library.

The average one-way commute is 16 minutes, 42% shorter than the Texas average. 21% of workers work from home. 14% walk, bike or take transit to work.

The median household income is $69,459, income per person is $26,895, unemployment is 1.3% and 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
10
Cafes
0
Bars
1
Parks
1
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income11% lower than Texas$69,459$78,476$80,734
Income per person34% lower than Texas$26,895$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate4 points lower than Texas1.3%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line3 points lower than Texas10%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher23 points lower than Texas11%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher10 points lower than Texas76%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points higher than Texas25%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet33 points lower than Texas59%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute42% lower than Texas16 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home7 points higher than Texas21%14%15%
Workers who work from home21%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk14%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Brackettville

Under 1811%
18 to 3438%
35 to 6434%
65 and over16%

Median age 39.2 years. 23% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White30%
Hispanic or Latino64%
Black0.1%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race5.4%

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Weather in Brackettville

Brackettville has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 38°F. There are about 122 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 24 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Brackettville30°50°70°90°64J69F76M83A88M93J95J97A90S82O72N64DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Brackettville, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

    Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

    Places near Brackettville

    Nearby, Fort Clark Springs gets an A-, Val Verde Park gets a B and Del Rio gets a B. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. A-Fort Clark SpringsTown, 1,048 people1 mi
    2. BVal Verde ParkTown, 3,139 people26 mi
    3. BDel RioSmall city, 34,668 people30 mi
    4. C-Cienegas TerraceTown, 1,868 people32 mi
    5. DUvalde EstatesTown, 1,908 people36 mi
    6. FElm CreekTown, 3,680 people37 mi

    Living in Brackettville: common questions

    Is Brackettville, TX a good place to live?

    We give Brackettville an A-. It ranks 120th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on getting around and cost of living, and trails on internet access and education levels. It is a strong pick for young professionals and people on a budget.

    How much does it cost to live in Brackettville?

    Median rent in Brackettville is $755 a month, 46% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $83,800, 70% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.2x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $554, including property tax.

    Are the schools good in Brackettville?

    We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Brackettville. 33% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 45 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Brackettville?

    Summers in Brackettville peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 38°F. Expect around 122 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 24 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Brackettville?

    The average one-way commute is 16 min, 42% lower than the Texas average. About 21% of workers work from home.

    Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.