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Frost, TX

Texas · Ellis County · Metropolitan Area

Frost is a small town in Texas with a population of 971. Residents earn $89,750 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
971 Population 859/sq mi density
$89,750 Median Income $24,017 per capita
$124,800 Home Value $220,013 Zillow
$1,018 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$89,750 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,800 home value, $1,018/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,750
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $124,800
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,018
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population971
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density859/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,750
Per Capita$24,017
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$10,768M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,800
Rent$1,018
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,013
Housing Units258
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured19.6%
Smoking16.3%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation521 ft (159 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+70.5%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute31 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries5

Is Frost a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frost receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Frost stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frost is $89,750, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frost is $124,800, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,018 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.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Frost enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Frost has a population of 971 with a density of 859 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

971
Total Population
859
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Frost vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.2%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.8%
55% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Frost vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frost is $89,750, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Frost vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,750
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,017
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$81,086

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,919
County GDP$10,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants344
Healthcare342
Retail451
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Frost is $124,800, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,018 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,013.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,800
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,013

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,018
12% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units258
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Rate6.09%
In Frost, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.8%
Uninsured19.6%
128% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,632
Dentists1:3,215
Mental Health1:928
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits52.4%
Premature Death7,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities342
Frost has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation521 ft (159 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density859/sq mi
Coordinates32.0793°N, 96.8086°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEllis County County
County FIPS48139
Frost is located in Ellis County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+70.5%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density859/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyEllis County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities342
Restaurants344
Retail Stores451

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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