Median Income $125,667

67% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.4%

66% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.0%

19% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population141

Median Age39.3 yrs

Density109/mi²

Male / Female26% / 75%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans79.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$125,667

Per Capita$35,062

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$15,303M

Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$903,512

Housing Units64

Rent Burden34.5%

Health

Obesity26.0%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking8.5%

Depression18.2%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain34.8 in/yr

Sunny Days303/yr

Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.4%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+13.4%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%

Commute7 min

Broadband44.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries5

Is Driftwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Driftwood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Driftwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Driftwood is $125,667, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Driftwood among higher-income communities. 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 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Driftwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Driftwood has a population of 141 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

141

Total Population

109

People / sq mi

39.3yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.5%

Female 74.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Driftwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	92.2%
	17% above US avg
Spanish	7.8%
	42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Driftwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Driftwood is $125,667, which is 67% 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 7 minutes.

Income: Driftwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$125,667
	67% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,062
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,055
IRS Avg AGI	$99,438

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	6,330
County GDP	$15,303M

Business (County)

Restaurants	582
Healthcare	527
Retail	738
Manufacturing	210

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,957
	213% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	7.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $903,512.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$903,512

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	34.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	81.8%
Housing Units	64
Median Year Built	1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,957
	213% above US avg

In Driftwood, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 18.2% report depression. 14.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.0%
	19% below US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	27.0%
Asthma	7.8%
COPD	3.8%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.5%
	39% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.5%
Physical Inactivity	14.4%
Depression	18.2%
Mental Distress	13.5%
Physical Distress	8.8%
Short Sleep	27.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Checkup Rate	63.4%
Dental Visits	62.7%
Premature Death	5,755/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	82.8%
Healthcare Facilities	527

Driftwood has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	65.5°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	34.8 inches
	8% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,060 ft (323 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density	109/sq mi
Coordinates	30.1331°N, 98.0373°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48209

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.7-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%

D 52.1%

Winner: Democrat by 5.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.4%
	66% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	13.4%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	109/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	44.0%
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	527
Restaurants	582
Retail Stores	738

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	38
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	7.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Driftwood, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Driftwood a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Driftwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Driftwood vs U.S. Average

Income: Driftwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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