Dennis, TX

Texas

Dennis is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,290. Residents earn $162,558 per year, which is 116% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,290 Population 921/sq mi density
$162,558 Median Income $33,131 per capita
$550,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$162,558 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$550,200 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $162,558
116% higher than US avg
Home Value $550,200
95% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.5%
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,290
Median Age24.8 yrs
Density921/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$162,558
Per Capita$33,131
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,550M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$550,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation762 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.5%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute43 min
Libraries1

Is Dennis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dennis receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Dennis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dennis is $162,558, which is significantly higher than the national average — 116% above $75,149. This places Dennis among higher-income communities. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Dennis is $550,200, making it a premium housing market at 95% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dennis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dennis has a population of 1,290 with a density of 921 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,290
Total Population
921
People / sq mi
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dennis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dennis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dennis is $162,558, which is 116% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Dennis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$162,558
116% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,131
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$92,042

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,700
County GDP$3,550M

Business (County)

Restaurants139
Healthcare160
Retail185
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dennis is $550,200, 95% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$550,200
95% above US avg
Median List Price$589,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$589,000
$/Sq Ft$205
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory6

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Dennis, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death9,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities160

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Dennis has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation762 ft (232 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density921/sq mi
Coordinates32.6079°N, 97.9376°W
County FIPS48221
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 47.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.5%
41% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density921/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities160
Restaurants139
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Work from Home24.7%

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