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Cade Lakes, TX

Texas · Burleson County · Metropolitan Area

Cade Lakes is a small town in Texas with a population of 330. Residents earn $50,862 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
330 Population 176/sq mi density
$50,862 Median Income $28,247 per capita
68°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$50,862 median income, 10.5% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,862
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.4%
113% higher than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,862
Per Capita$28,247
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty26.4%
County GDP$1,255M
Commute44 min

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured17.8%
Smoking13.9%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation414 ft (126 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+66.4%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute44 min
Broadband94.9%
Libraries1

Is Cade Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cade Lakes receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Cade Lakes faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cade Lakes is $50,862, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cade Lakes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cade Lakes has a population of 330 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 9.7% Black.

Population

330
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cade Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cade Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cade Lakes is $50,862, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Cade Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,862
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,247
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$71,217

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.4%
113% above US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare22
Retail60
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,603
89% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.9 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Cade Lakes, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cade Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured17.8%
107% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,579
Dentists1:9,328
Mental Health1:9,737
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death10,434/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities22
Cade Lakes has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation414 ft (126 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates30.5151°N, 96.7734°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBurleson County County
County FIPS48051
Cade Lakes is located in Burleson County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+66.4%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
CountyBurleson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants36
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.9 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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