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Cool, TX

Texas · Palo Pinto County

Cool is a small town in Texas with a population of 116. Residents earn $52,188 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
116 Population 70/sq mi density
$52,188 Median Income $30,866 per capita
$2,100 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$2,100/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,188
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,100
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,188
Per Capita$30,866
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$1,287M
Commute35 min

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units74
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking12.8%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation930 ft (283 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute35 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries1

Is Cool a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cool receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cool has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cool is $52,188, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,100 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cool enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cool has a population of 116 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

116
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cool vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cool vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cool is $52,188, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Cool vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,188
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,866
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$71,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)731
County GDP$1,287M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare46
Retail96
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,100 (81% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,100
81% above US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
In Cool, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.8%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,049
Dentists1:2,924
Mental Health1:3,718
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death11,397/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Cool has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation930 ft (283 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates32.7983°N, 98.0123°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPalo Pinto County County
County FIPS48363
Cool is located in Palo Pinto County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.1-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.2%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi
CountyPalo Pinto County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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