Heartland, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Heartland is a small city in Texas with a population of 11,019. Residents earn $107,165 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
11,019 Population 3,309/sq mi density
$107,165 Median Income $33,734 per capita
$305,000 Home Value
$2,313 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$107,165 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$305,000 home value, $2,313/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,165
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $305,000
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,313
99% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,019
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density3,309/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

A
Median Income$107,165
Per Capita$33,734
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$6,967M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$305,000
Rent$2,313
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation445 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute38 min
Libraries4

Is Heartland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heartland receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Heartland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heartland is $107,165, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Heartland among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Heartland is $305,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,313 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Heartland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Heartland has a population of 11,019 with a density of 3,309 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (40.6%), with 34.6% White, 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

11,019
Total Population
3,309
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Heartland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.5%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.5%
113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Heartland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heartland is $107,165, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Heartland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,165
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,734
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$72,125

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,668
County GDP$6,967M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare205
Retail327
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Heartland is $305,000, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,313 (99% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$305,000
8% above US avg
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold20
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory154

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,313
99% above 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-Occupied92.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Heartland, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death8,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities205

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Heartland has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation445 ft (136 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density3,309/sq mi
Coordinates32.6722°N, 96.4558°W
County FIPS48257
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,309/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities205
Restaurants225
Retail Stores327

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Work from Home12.7%

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