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Eureka, TX

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Eureka is a small town in Texas with a population of 280. Residents earn $85,795 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
280 Population 117/sq mi density
$85,795 Median Income $40,158 per capita
$156,300 Home Value $271,532 Zillow
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$85,795 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,795
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population280
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$85,795
Per Capita$40,158
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$2,378M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,532
Housing Units126
Rent Burden43.2%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking18.8%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries2

Is Eureka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eureka receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Eureka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eureka is $85,795, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eureka is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Eureka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Eureka has a population of 280 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 5% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.

Population

280
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Eureka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eureka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eureka is $85,795, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Eureka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,795
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,158
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$63,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,010
County GDP$2,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare122
Retail147
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,220
106% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Eureka is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,532.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,532

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$183
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden43.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.8%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,220
106% above US avg
Effective Rate4.62%
In Eureka, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.6%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death11,374/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities122
Eureka has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates32.0068°N, 96.2706°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48349
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 79.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants79
Retail Stores147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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