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Chester, TX

Texas · Polk County

Chester is a small town in Texas with a population of 200. Residents earn $69,583 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
200 Population 127/sq mi density
$69,583 Median Income $50,470 per capita
$119,900 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,583 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,900 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,583
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,583
Per Capita$50,470
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$1,866M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,900
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units136
Rent Burden23.0%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured14.1%
Smoking18.3%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation252 ft (77 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries3

Is Chester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chester receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Chester stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chester is $69,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chester is $119,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Chester enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Chester has a population of 200 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).

Population

200
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Chester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chester is $69,583, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Chester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,583
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,470
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$71,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$1,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare93
Retail151
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,442
84% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Chester is $119,900, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,900
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,442
84% above US avg
Effective Rate5.37%
In Chester, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Uninsured14.1%
64% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,076
Dentists1:2,421
Mental Health1:1,548
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death13,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities93
Chester has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation252 ft (77 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates30.9213°N, 94.6001°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPolk County County
County FIPS48373
Chester is located in Polk County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyPolk County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants84
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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