Median Income $38,571

49% lower than US avg

Home Value $96,700

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.2%

67% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.7%

81% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 26.1%

110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population153

Median Age62.2 yrs

Density425/mi²

Male / Female58% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 68%

Veterans9.2%

Economy

C+

Median Income$38,571

Per Capita$27,035

Unemployment0.7%

Poverty26.1%

County GDP$5,127M

Commute37 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$96,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units115

Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured22.8%

Smoking14.9%

Depression23.6%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain41.9 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation24 ft (7 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.2%

High School+77.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%

Commute37 min

Broadband84.0%

Libraries4

Is Austwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Austwell receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Austwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Austwell is $38,571, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 26.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Austwell is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Austwell has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Austwell has a population of 153 with a density of 425 people per square mile. The median age is 62.2 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68%), with 3.9% Black.

Population

153

Total Population

425

People / sq mi

62.2yrs

Median Age

60% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%

Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Austwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	72.2%
	8% below US avg
Spanish	27.8%
	107% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Austwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Austwell is $38,571, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Austwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,571
	49% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,035
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,611
IRS Avg AGI	$66,236

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.7%
	81% below US avg
Poverty Rate	26.1%
	110% above US avg
Establishments (County)	687
County GDP	$5,127M

Business (County)

Restaurants	76
Healthcare	31
Retail	66
Manufacturing	23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,647
	33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	36.9 min
Drive Alone	69.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Austwell is $96,700, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$96,700
	66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.0%
Housing Units	115
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,647
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.81%

In Austwell, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	12.0%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	6.0%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.1%
Physical Inactivity	30.9%
Depression	23.6%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	14.7%
Short Sleep	39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.8%
Uninsured	22.8%
	165% above US avg
Checkup Rate	71.5%
Dental Visits	52.2%
Premature Death	9,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.1/10
Exercise Access	66.7%
Healthcare Facilities	31

Austwell has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	70.8°F
	31% above US avg
January Average	54°F (12°C)
July Average	83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.9 inches
	10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	24 ft (7 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	425/sq mi
Coordinates	28.3911°N, 96.8437°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48057

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.2-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%

D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.2%
	67% below US avg
High School+	77.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	425/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	84.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	31
Restaurants	76
Retail Stores	66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	36.9 min
Drive Alone	69.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.4%

Austwell, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Austwell a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Austwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Austwell vs U.S. Average

Income: Austwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities