Deerwood, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Deerwood is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,989. Residents earn $83,400 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,989 Population 3,489/sq mi density
$83,400 Median Income $25,853 per capita
$68,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,400 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,200 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,400
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $68,200
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,989
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density3,489/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 41%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,400
Per Capita$25,853
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$50,079M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation191 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+60.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute43 min
Libraries7

Is Deerwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deerwood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Deerwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deerwood is $83,400, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deerwood is $68,200, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Deerwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Deerwood has a population of 1,989 with a density of 3,489 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.4%), with 7.9% Hispanic, 3.3% Black.

Population

1,989
Total Population
3,489
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Deerwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only40.5%
48% below US avg
Spanish59.5%
344% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Deerwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deerwood is $83,400, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Deerwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,400
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,853
Avg Weekly Wage$1,351
IRS Avg AGI$115,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,222
County GDP$50,079M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,207
Healthcare1,667
Retail1,677
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate15.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.5 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Deerwood is $68,200, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,200
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Rate15.40%
In Deerwood, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma8.5%
COPD4.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.1%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death6,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,667

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Deerwood has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation191 ft (58 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density3,489/sq mi
Coordinates30.3153°N, 95.3014°W
County FIPS48339
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+60.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,489/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Restaurants1,207
Retail Stores1,677

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.5 min
Work from Home1.8%

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