Median Income
$64,196
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$192,400
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,108
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.9%
12% lower than US avg
How Axtell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population744
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,617/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,196
Per Capita$34,215
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,031M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$192,400
Rent$1,108
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,135
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Elevation2,225 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute28 min
Libraries1
Is Axtell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Axtell receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Axtell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Axtell is $64,196, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Axtell is $192,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Axtell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Axtell has a population of 744 with a density of 1,617 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).
Population
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Axtell is $64,196, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,196 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,215 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,110 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,764 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 421 |
| County GDP | $1,031M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,685 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.44% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
The median home value in Axtell is $192,400, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,135.
Home Values
| Census Median | $192,400 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $278,135 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,108 |
| 5% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,685 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.44% |
In Axtell, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Axtell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 18.1% |
| Mental Distress | 14.2% |
| Physical Distress | 10.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,340/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
Crime Rates: Axtell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Axtell has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.6 inches |
| 27% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 25.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,225 ft (678 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,617/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4798°N, 99.1292°W |
| County FIPS | 31137 |