Haslet, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Haslet is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,710. Residents earn $146,161 per year, which is 94% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,710 Population 301/sq mi density
$146,161 Median Income $64,597 per capita
$556,700 Home Value $387,938 Zillow
$1,786 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$146,161 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$556,700 home value, $1,786/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $146,161
94% higher than US avg
Home Value $556,700
97% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.7%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,786
54% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,710
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density301/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$146,161
Per Capita$64,597
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$178,003M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$556,700
Rent$1,786
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$387,938
Rent Burden13.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Elevation710 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.7%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries47

Is Haslet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haslet receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Haslet stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haslet is $146,161, which is significantly higher than the national average — 94% above $75,149. This places Haslet among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.2% 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 Haslet is $556,700, making it a premium housing market at 97% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,786 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Haslet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Haslet has a population of 2,710 with a density of 301 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.6%), with 2% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

2,710
Total Population
301
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Haslet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Haslet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haslet is $146,161, which is 94% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Haslet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$146,161
94% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,597
Avg Weekly Wage$1,398
IRS Avg AGI$91,104

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)50,573
County GDP$178,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,656
Healthcare5,993
Retail6,287
Manufacturing1,588

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,373
196% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Haslet is $556,700, 97% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,786 (54% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $387,938.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$556,700
97% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$387,938
Median List Price$710,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$710,900
$/Sq Ft$256
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops26.9%
Inventory52

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,786
54% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,298
Rent Burden13.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,373
196% above US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Haslet, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death7,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access94.3%
Healthcare Facilities5,993

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)202

Safety Score

Haslet has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.3 km²)
Population Density301/sq mi
Coordinates32.9665°N, 97.3378°W
County FIPS48439
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.7%
21% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density301/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries47
Healthcare Facilities5,993
Restaurants4,656
Retail Stores6,287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)202

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home23.7%

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