Investor-grade market analytics for Abilene, Texas. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$222,914
+8.8% year-over-year
10.8%
gross annual
+8.5%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+8.5% year-over-year
23/100
Very LowNet migration: Top 34% nationally
In-migrants avg $56,278 AGI vs out-migrants $51,741
Opportunity Zone Market
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Abilene, TX is experiencing strong growth with 8.8% year-over-year appreciation, indicating a seller's market with robust demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.35x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+66 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (23/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 10.81% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Abilene, TX's primary climate exposure is wind storms (42/100). The composite climate risk score of 23/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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