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Fifth Street, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Fifth Street is a small town in Texas with a population of 945. Residents earn $40,699 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
945 Population 1,313/sq mi density
$40,699 Median Income $11,620 per capita
$19,000 Home Value $175,190 Zillow
71°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$40,699 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$19,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,699
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $19,000
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population945
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density1,313/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,699
Per Capita$11,620
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$49,615M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$19,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,190
Housing Units475
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured31.1%
Smoking10.2%
Depression16.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation77 ft (23 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+43.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute38 min
Broadband92.9%
Libraries15

Is Fifth Street a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fifth Street receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Fifth Street offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fifth Street is $40,699, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fifth Street is $19,000, 93% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fifth Street has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°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 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Fifth Street has a population of 945 with a density of 1,313 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (20.5%), with 6.2% White.

Population

945
Total Population
1,313
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fifth Street vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only34.0%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.0%
393% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fifth Street vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fifth Street is $40,699, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Fifth Street vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,699
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,620
Avg Weekly Wage$1,203
IRS Avg AGI$110,221

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,369
County GDP$49,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,517
Healthcare2,621
Retail2,331
Manufacturing411

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate54.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fifth Street is $19,000, 93% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,190.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$19,000
93% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,190

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.2%
Housing Units475
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Effective Rate54.52%
In Fifth Street, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% of residents lack health insurance. 10.2% are current smokers. 16.9% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fifth Street vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma8.1%
COPD3.8%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.2%
27% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression16.9%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.5%
Uninsured31.1%
262% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,181
Dentists1:1,720
Mental Health1:841
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits51.8%
Premature Death5,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Fifth Street has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation77 ft (23 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,313/sq mi
Coordinates29.5980°N, 95.5513°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48157
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+43.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,313/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Restaurants1,517
Retail Stores2,331

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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