Holly Lake Ranch, TX

Texas

Holly Lake Ranch is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,821. Residents earn $77,245 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,821 Population 325/sq mi density
$77,245 Median Income $58,628 per capita
$239,400 Home Value
$1,313 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,245 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$239,400 home value, $1,313/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,245
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $239,400
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.4%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,313
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

How Holly Lake Ranch Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,821
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density325/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,245
Per Capita$58,628
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$2,099M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$239,400
Rent$1,313
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation387 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.4%
High School+98.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute40 min
Libraries4

Is Holly Lake Ranch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holly Lake Ranch receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Holly Lake Ranch stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holly Lake Ranch is $77,245, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holly Lake Ranch is $239,400, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Holly Lake Ranch 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.

Holly Lake Ranch has a population of 2,821 with a density of 325 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

2,821
Total Population
325
People / sq mi
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
8.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.9%
Female 61.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Holly Lake Ranch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holly Lake Ranch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holly Lake Ranch is $77,245, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Holly Lake Ranch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,245
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,628
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$65,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)943
County GDP$2,099M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare80
Retail123
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,412
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.4 min
Work from Home29.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Holly Lake Ranch is $239,400, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,400
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,313
13% 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-Occupied93.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,412
55% above US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Holly Lake Ranch, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Holly Lake Ranch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death11,592/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access37.0%
Healthcare Facilities80

Crime Rates: Holly Lake Ranch vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Holly Lake Ranch 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

Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.5 km²)
Population Density325/sq mi
Coordinates32.7132°N, 95.1994°W
County FIPS48499
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 48.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.6%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.4%
44% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density325/sq mi
Total Area8.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants86
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.4 min
Work from Home29.9%

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