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Encinal, TX

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Encinal is a small town in Texas with a population of 992. Residents earn $48,702 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
992 Population 2,307/sq mi density
$48,702 Median Income $16,471 per capita
$107,300 Home Value
$842 Median Rent 36.9% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$48,702 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,300 home value, $842/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,702
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population992
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density2,307/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans18.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,702
Per Capita$16,471
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$3,998M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,300
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units390
Rent Burden36.9%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured40.2%
Smoking14.6%
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation554 ft (169 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+54.7%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 40%
Commute15 min
Broadband90.4%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Encinal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Encinal receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Encinal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Encinal is $48,702, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Encinal is $107,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Encinal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Encinal has a population of 992 with a density of 2,307 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.6%).

Population

992
Total Population
2,307
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Encinal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only27.3%
65% below US avg
Spanish72.7%
443% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Encinal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Encinal is $48,702, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Encinal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,702
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,471
Avg Weekly Wage$1,629
IRS Avg AGI$82,744

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)197
County GDP$3,998M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare13
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,620
89% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Encinal is $107,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg
Rent Burden36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units390
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,620
89% above US avg
Effective Rate6.17%
In Encinal, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 40.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 19.3% report depression. 41.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes16.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.5%
Cancer4.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity41.4%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress17.2%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.3%
Uninsured40.2%
367% above US avg
Mental Health1:1,307
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits40.0%
Premature Death10,565/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Healthcare Facilities13
Encinal has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation554 ft (169 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,307/sq mi
Coordinates28.0405°N, 99.3545°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48283
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.5-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+54.7%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,307/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants33
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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