Median Income
$52,250
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$122,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.1%
43% lower than US avg
How Hico Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,806
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density992/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,250
Per Capita$24,034
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$386M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$122,600
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,529
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation1,043 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Hico a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hico receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hico offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hico is $52,250, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hico is $122,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Hico enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Hico has a population of 1,806 with a density of 992 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 5.6% Black.
Population
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.8% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.2% |
| 61% below US avg |
The median household income in Hico is $52,250, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,250 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,034 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $101,917 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 276 |
| County GDP | $386M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,914 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Hico is $122,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,529.
Home Values
| Census Median | $122,600 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $328,529 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,914 |
| 98% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.64% |
In Hico, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hico vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,511/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
Crime Rates: Hico vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Hico has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.2 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 992/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9851°N, 98.0284°W |
| County FIPS | 48193 |