Hawkins, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Hawkins is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,664. Residents earn $70,580 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,664 Population 753/sq mi density
$70,580 Median Income $27,666 per capita
$94,800 Home Value $249,931 Zillow
$848 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
300 Violent Crime/100K 2,399 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$70,580 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,800 home value, $848/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
300 violent crimes/100K (21% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,580
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,800
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 300/100K
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,664
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density753/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,580
Per Capita$27,666
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,800
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,931

Crime

F
Violent300/100K
Property2,399/100K
Murder149.9/100K
Assault150/100K
Burglary525/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation404 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+85.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute17 min
Libraries6

Is Hawkins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hawkins receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hawkins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hawkins is $70,580, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hawkins is $94,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hawkins is below the national average at 300 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,399 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hawkins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hawkins has a population of 1,664 with a density of 753 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.8%), with 31.5% Black.

Population

1,664
Total Population
753
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hawkins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hawkins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hawkins is $70,580, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hawkins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,580
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,666
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hawkins is $94,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,931.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,931

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$848
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate8.26%
In Hawkins, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690
Hawkins has a violent crime rate of 300 per 100,000 residents, 21% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,399 per 100,000 (22% above US avg). The murder rate is 149.9 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent299.9/100K
21% below US avg
Murder149.9/100K
2280% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault149.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,398.8/100K
22% above US avg
Burglary524.7/100K
Theft1,649.2/100K
Vehicle Theft224.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hawkins has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density753/sq mi
Coordinates32.5914°N, 95.2033°W
County FIPS48423
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+85.1%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density753/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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