Eustace, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Eustace is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,167. Residents earn $64,000 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,167 Population 398/sq mi density
$64,000 Median Income $36,410 per capita
$144,000 Home Value $293,233 Zillow
$838 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$64,000 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,000 home value, $838/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,000
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,000
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,167
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density398/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,000
Per Capita$36,410
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$6,967M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,000
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,233

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Elevation428 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute37 min
Libraries4

Is Eustace a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eustace receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Eustace offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eustace is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eustace is $144,000, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Eustace 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. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Eustace has a population of 1,167 with a density of 398 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,167
Total Population
398
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Eustace vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eustace vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eustace is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Eustace vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,000
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,410
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$72,125

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,668
County GDP$6,967M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare205
Retail327
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.9 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eustace is $144,000, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,233.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,000
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$293,233

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Eustace, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death8,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities205

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Eustace 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation428 ft (130 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density398/sq mi
Coordinates32.3075°N, 96.0138°W
County FIPS48257
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density398/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities205
Restaurants225
Retail Stores327

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.9 min
Work from Home4.4%

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