Freer, TX

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,524 Population 613/sq mi density
$75,521 Median Income $35,044 per capita
$102,000 Home Value $72,154 Zillow
$733 Median Rent 17.8% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature
396 Violent Crime/100K 2,844 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,521 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,000 home value, $733/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
396 violent crimes/100K (4% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,521
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,000
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 396/100K
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,524
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density613/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,521
Per Capita$35,044
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$347M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,000
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$72,154
Rent Burden17.8%

Crime

F
Violent396/100K
Property2,844/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault396/100K
Burglary1,008/100K

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Elevation518 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+80.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute24 min

Is Freer a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Freer has a population of 2,524 with a density of 613 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.4%).

Population

2,524
Total Population
613
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Freer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.9%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.1%
259% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Freer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Freer is $75,521, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Freer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,521
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,044
Avg Weekly Wage$783
IRS Avg AGI$45,276

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)196
County GDP$347M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare13
Retail24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,829
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Freer is $102,000, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $72,154.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,000
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$72,154

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$733
37% below US avg
Rent Burden17.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,829
38% above US avg
Effective Rate4.73%
In Freer, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.3%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death15,818/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Healthcare Facilities13
Freer has a violent crime rate of 396 per 100,000 residents, 4% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,844 per 100,000 (45% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent396.0/100K
4% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault396.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,843.8/100K
45% above US avg
Burglary1,007.9/100K
Theft1,655.9/100K
Vehicle Theft180.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Freer has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average71.8°F
33% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation518 ft (158 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density613/sq mi
Coordinates27.8822°N, 98.6174°W
County FIPS48131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.7%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+80.8%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density613/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants20
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home5.2%

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