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Eagle Lake, TX
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Eagle Lake, TX
At a Glance
How Eagle Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Eagle Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Eagle Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Eagle Lake residents earn a median household income of $71,684 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,139. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 643 business establishments, including 45 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Eagle Lake is $110,700 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $164,325. Median rent is $1,106/month, with 17.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Eagle Lake reports 161 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,371/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
17.1% of adults in Eagle Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 84.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Eagle Lake has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.