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Follett, TX

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Follett is a small town in Texas with a population of 346. Residents earn $87,083 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
346 Population 357/sq mi density
$87,083 Median Income $35,511 per capita
$108,300 Home Value $104,719 Zillow
$806 Median Rent 16.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,083 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,300 home value, $806/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,083
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population346
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density357/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,083
Per Capita$35,511
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$624M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,719
Housing Units216
Rent Burden16.6%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured16.7%
Smoking14.5%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,610 ft (796 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute20 min
Broadband93.2%
Libraries2

Is Follett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Follett receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Follett stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Follett is $87,083, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Follett is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Follett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Follett has a population of 346 with a density of 357 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

346
Total Population
357
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Follett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Follett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Follett is $87,083, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Follett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,083
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,511
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$72,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$624M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Follett is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,719.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,719

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below US avg
Rent Burden16.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units216
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Follett, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.3%
Uninsured16.7%
94% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death8,790/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Follett has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.2 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.2 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,610 ft (796 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates36.4340°N, 100.1408°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48295
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.6-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.4%
D 9.8%

Winner: Republican by 79.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.6%
27% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density357/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%
Public Libraries2
Restaurants3
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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