Texas · Metropolitan Area
Celeste is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,084. Residents earn $56,458 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
Based on current data, Celeste receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Celeste offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Celeste is $56,458, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.8% 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.
The median home value in Celeste is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Celeste enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,458 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,924 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,184 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,131 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.8% |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,804 |
| County GDP | $6,483M |
| Restaurants | 174 |
| Healthcare | 185 |
| Retail | 280 |
| Manufacturing | 88 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,062 |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.41% |
| Commute Time | 36.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $160,000 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $336,873 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,014 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,062 |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.41% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.8% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 71.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,489/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 185 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.0 inches |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 652 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 809/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2897°N, 96.1945°W |
| County FIPS | 48231 |
Winner: Republican by 55.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.8% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 809/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 185 |
| Restaurants | 174 |
| Retail Stores | 280 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Avg Commute | 36.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |