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Ector, TX

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Ector is a small town in Texas with a population of 826. Residents earn $61,731 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
826 Population 706/sq mi density
$61,731 Median Income $28,838 per capita
$148,100 Home Value $264,879 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,731 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,100 home value, $1,094/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,731
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,100
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population826
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density706/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,731
Per Capita$28,838
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$1,542M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,100
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,879
Housing Units343
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking15.9%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+78.4%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score4.25

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries3

Is Ector a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ector receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Ector offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ector is $61,731, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ector is $148,100, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Ector enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ector has a population of 826 with a density of 706 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

826
Total Population
706
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ector vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ector vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ector is $61,731, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ector vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,731
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,838
Avg Weekly Wage$1,067
IRS Avg AGI$66,490

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)635
County GDP$1,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ector is $148,100, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,879.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,100
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,879

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$195
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,245
1 Bedroom$1,269
2 Bedrooms$1,595
3 Bedrooms$1,912
4 Bedrooms$2,213

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.3%
Housing Units343
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Ector, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.1%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,224
Dentists1:4,125
Mental Health1:963
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits52.9%
Premature Death10,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities45
Ector has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood
Good Days %78.7%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density706/sq mi
Coordinates33.5793°N, 96.2731°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.4-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+78.4%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score4.25
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density706/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants39
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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