Frankston, TX

Texas

Frankston is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,270. Residents earn $59,423 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,270 Population 512/sq mi density
$59,423 Median Income $27,675 per capita
$105,800 Home Value $172,079 Zillow
$939 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
168 Violent Crime/100K 5,223 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,423 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,800 home value, $939/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
168 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,423
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,800
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 168/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $939
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,270
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density512/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,423
Per Capita$27,675
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$2,784M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,800
Rent$939
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$172,079

Crime

F
Violent168/100K
Property5,223/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault84/100K
Burglary1,938/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation447 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute33 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Frankston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frankston receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Frankston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frankston is $59,423, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frankston is $105,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $939 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Frankston is below the national average at 168 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,223 per 100,000, 166% above the national average.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Frankston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Frankston has a population of 1,270 with a density of 512 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.3%), with 4.9% Hispanic, 14.8% Black.

Population

1,270
Total Population
512
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Frankston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frankston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frankston is $59,423, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Frankston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,423
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,675
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$66,802

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,656
County GDP$2,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare126
Retail268
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,037
130% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Frankston is $105,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $939 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,079.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,800
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$172,079
Median List Price$445,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$445,000
$/Sq Ft$214
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops71.4%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$939
19% 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-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,037
130% above US avg
Effective Rate7.60%
In Frankston, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death13,194/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities126
Frankston has a violent crime rate of 168 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,223 per 100,000 (166% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent168.5/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape84.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault84.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,223.3/100K
166% above US avg
Burglary1,937.7/100K
Theft3,285.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Frankston has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation447 ft (136 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density512/sq mi
Coordinates32.0573°N, 95.5045°W
County FIPS48213
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density512/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants166
Retail Stores268

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Work from Home9.7%

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