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Fort Hancock, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Fort Hancock is a small town in Texas with a population of 956. Residents earn $34,957 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
956 Population 50/sq mi density
$34,957 Median Income $16,599 per capita
$50,800 Home Value
$497 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$34,957 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,800 home value, $497/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,957
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,800
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $497
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.5%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population956
Median Age26.6 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Veterans1.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,957
Per Capita$16,599
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.5%
County GDP$215M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,800
Rent$497
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units514
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured41.8%
Smoking15.6%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,534 ft (1,077 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+52.1%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.3%

Is Fort Hancock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Hancock receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Fort Hancock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Hancock is $34,957, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Hancock is $50,800, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $497 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Hancock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Fort Hancock has a population of 956 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 26.6 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (11.5%).

Population

956
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
26.6yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
19.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.8%
Female 37.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Hancock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only7.1%
91% below US avg
Spanish92.9%
593% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Hancock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Hancock is $34,957, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Fort Hancock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,957
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,599
Avg Weekly Wage$1,450
IRS Avg AGI$39,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.5%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)80
County GDP$215M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Hancock is $50,800, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $497 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,800
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$497
57% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%
Housing Units514
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

In Fort Hancock, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 41.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 43.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Hancock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma9.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer4.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity43.9%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress18.5%
Short Sleep41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.5%
Uninsured41.8%
386% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits35.7%
Premature Death9,663/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment0.0/10
Exercise Access0.1%
Fort Hancock has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.3 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,534 ft (1,077 m)
Area19.0 sq mi (49.1 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates31.2893°N, 105.8451°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48229
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+52.1%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area19.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Restaurants5
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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