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Evadale, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Evadale is a small town in Texas with a population of 974. Residents earn $63,929 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
974 Population 58/sq mi density
$63,929 Median Income $36,217 per capita
$86,400 Home Value
$637 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$63,929 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,400 home value, $637/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,929
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $637
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population974
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,929
Per Capita$36,217
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$1,853M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,400
Rent$637
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units470
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking17.6%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.2 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation41 ft (12 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute39 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Evadale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Evadale receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Evadale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Evadale is $63,929, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Evadale is $86,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $637 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Evadale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Evadale has a population of 974 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

974
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
16.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Evadale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evadale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evadale is $63,929, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Evadale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,929
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,217
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$80,313

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)974
County GDP$1,853M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare66
Retail154
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,163
76% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.0 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Evadale is $86,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $637 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,400
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$637
45% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units470
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,163
76% above US avg
Effective Rate7.13%
In Evadale, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,697
Dentists1:3,613
Mental Health1:1,821
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death11,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities66
Evadale has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.2 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.2 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation41 ft (12 m)
Area16.8 sq mi (43.5 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates30.3266°N, 94.0520°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48199
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%
D 11.9%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area16.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants89
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.0 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

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