Texas
Freer is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,524. Residents earn $75,521 per year, which is 0% below the national average.
Based on current data, Freer receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Freer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Freer is $75,521, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Freer is $102,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 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.
The violent crime rate of 396 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,844 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Freer has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 51.9% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 48.1% |
| 259% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $75,521 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,044 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $783 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,276 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 196 |
| County GDP | $347M |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 24 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,829 |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.73% |
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
| Census Median | $102,000 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $72,154 |
| Census Median Rent | $733 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 17.8% |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,829 |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.73% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 8.8% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.6% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 15,818/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.4/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Total Violent | 396.0/100K |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 396.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,843.8/100K |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,007.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,655.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 180.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 71.8°F |
| 33% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 25.2 inches |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 613/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.8822°N, 98.6174°W |
| County FIPS | 48131 |
Winner: Republican by 9.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.5% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 613/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Retail Stores | 24 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |