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Abbott, TX

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Abbott is a small town in Texas with a population of 323. Residents earn $98,929 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
323 Population 547/sq mi density
$98,929 Median Income $39,703 per capita
$154,500 Home Value $265,906 Zillow
66°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,929 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,500 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,929
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $154,500
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
97% lower than US avg

How Abbott Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population323
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density547/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,929
Per Capita$39,703
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty0.3%
County GDP$1,721M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,906
Housing Units130
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity34.1%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking14.3%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation711 ft (217 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Broadband91.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Abbott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abbott receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Abbott stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Abbott is $98,929, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Abbott among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Abbott is $154,500, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Abbott enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Abbott has a population of 323 with a density of 547 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

323
Total Population
547
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Abbott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Abbott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abbott is $98,929, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Abbott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,929
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,703
Avg Weekly Wage$1,083
IRS Avg AGI$64,216

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
97% below US avg
Establishments (County)810
County GDP$1,721M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare52
Retail115
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,981
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Abbott is $154,500, 45% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,906.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,500
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,906

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,981
71% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Abbott, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Abbott vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits57.2%
Premature Death12,166/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities52
Abbott has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation711 ft (217 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density547/sq mi
Coordinates31.8851°N, 97.0741°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48217
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 38.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density547/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants63
Retail Stores115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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