Cedar Creek, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Cedar Creek is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,026. Residents earn $93,304 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,026 Population 224/sq mi density
$93,304 Median Income $17,530 per capita
$255,200 Home Value $411,494 Zillow
$2,053 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$93,304 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$255,200 home value, $2,053/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,304
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $255,200
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,053
77% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.0%
118% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,026
Median Age18.3 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

B+
Median Income$93,304
Per Capita$17,530
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty27.0%
County GDP$4,320M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$255,200
Rent$2,053
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$411,494

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+61.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute49 min
Libraries3

Is Cedar Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Cedar Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Creek is $93,304, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 27.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Creek is $255,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,053 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cedar Creek has a population of 4,026 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 18.3 years, 53% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.8%), with 19.7% Black.

Population

4,026
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
18.3yrs
Median Age
53% below US avg
18.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.5%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.5%
195% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Creek is $93,304, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Cedar Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,304
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$17,530
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$73,386

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.0%
118% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,830
County GDP$4,320M

Business (County)

Restaurants171
Healthcare169
Retail224
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.3 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Creek is $255,200, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,053 (77% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $411,494.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$255,200
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$411,494
Median List Price$429,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$429,990
$/Sq Ft$180
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops13.0%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,053
77% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Cedar Creek, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death8,981/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access48.2%
Healthcare Facilities169

Crime Rates: Cedar Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cedar Creek has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area18.0 sq mi (46.6 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates30.0823°N, 97.5111°W
County FIPS48021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+61.1%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area18.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities169
Restaurants171
Retail Stores224

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.3 min
Work from Home9.3%

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