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Driscoll, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Driscoll is a small town in Texas with a population of 694. Residents earn $36,638 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
694 Population 598/sq mi density
$36,638 Median Income $13,668 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$1,073 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$36,638 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $1,073/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,638
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,073
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population694
Median Age25.1 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,638
Per Capita$13,668
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$27,852M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$1,073
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units261
Rent Burden31.9%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property658/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary132/100K

Health

Obesity42.5%
Uninsured32.6%
Smoking13.0%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation60 ft (18 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute31 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries10

Is Driscoll a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Driscoll receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Driscoll offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Driscoll is $36,638, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Driscoll is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,073 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Driscoll is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 658 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Driscoll has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Driscoll has a population of 694 with a density of 598 people per square mile. The median age is 25.1 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.5%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

694
Total Population
598
People / sq mi
25.1yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.7%
Female 67.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Driscoll vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.9%
21% below US avg
Spanish38.1%
184% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Driscoll vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Driscoll is $36,638, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Driscoll vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,638
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,668
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$68,680

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,568
County GDP$27,852M

Business (County)

Restaurants982
Healthcare1,105
Retail1,058
Manufacturing167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone52.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Driscoll is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,073 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,073
8% below US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.4%
Housing Units261
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Rate8.76%
In Driscoll, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma8.7%
COPD5.1%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity36.1%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.6%
Uninsured32.6%
279% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,266
Dentists1:1,715
Mental Health1:609
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits45.4%
Premature Death10,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Driscoll has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 658 per 100,000 (66% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property657.9/100K
66% below US avg
Burglary131.6/100K
Theft526.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Driscoll has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation60 ft (18 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density598/sq mi
Coordinates27.6730°N, 97.7510°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48355
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density598/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Restaurants982
Retail Stores1,058

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone52.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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