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Hawk Cove, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Hawk Cove is a small town in Texas with a population of 387. Residents earn $36,042 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
387 Population 1,046/sq mi density
$36,042 Median Income $22,031 per capita
$83,900 Home Value
$1,208 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$36,042 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,900 home value, $1,208/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,042
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,900
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,208
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population387
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density1,046/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,042
Per Capita$22,031
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$7,866M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,900
Rent$1,208
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units216
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured18.1%
Smoking17.3%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation473 ft (144 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute37 min
Broadband67.3%
Libraries2

Is Hawk Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hawk Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Hawk Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hawk Cove is $36,042, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hawk Cove is $83,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,208 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hawk Cove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°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 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hawk Cove has a population of 387 with a density of 1,046 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.8%), with 5.9% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

387
Total Population
1,046
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hawk Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.8%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.3%
59% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hawk Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hawk Cove is $36,042, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Hawk Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,042
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,031
Avg Weekly Wage$1,095
IRS Avg AGI$129,850

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,378
County GDP$7,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants261
Healthcare369
Retail308
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,177
162% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hawk Cove is $83,900, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,208 (4% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,900
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,208
4% above US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%
Housing Units216
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,177
162% above US avg
Effective Rate10.94%
In Hawk Cove, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hawk Cove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.5%
Uninsured18.1%
110% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death5,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access82.4%
Healthcare Facilities369
Hawk Cove has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation473 ft (144 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Coordinates32.8840°N, 96.0833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48397
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 67.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities369
Restaurants261
Retail Stores308

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

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