Median Income
$27,885
63% lower than US avg
Home Value
$42,800
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
33.7%
172% higher than US avg
How Houck Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population809
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Economy
C
Median Income$27,885
Per Capita$15,155
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty33.7%
County GDP$2,948M
Commute37 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$42,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease8.9%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.2 in/yr
Elevation5,969 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+83.1%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute37 min
Libraries8
Is Houck a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Houck receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Houck has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Houck is $27,885, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 33.7% 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 Houck is $42,800, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Houck experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Houck has a population of 809 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.4%), with 90.4% Asian.
Population
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 33.3% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Spanish | 66.7% |
| 398% above US avg |
The median household income in Houck is $27,885, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,885 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,155 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,478 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 33.7% |
| 172% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 630 |
| County GDP | $2,948M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 70 |
| Retail | 98 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,061 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.7 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Houck is $42,800, 85% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $42,800 |
| 85% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,061 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.82% |
In Houck, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Houck vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.5% |
| Heart Disease | 8.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 16.0% |
| COPD | 12.9% |
| Stroke | 6.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.3% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 25.0% |
| Physical Distress | 23.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 27,851/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 17.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 70 |
Crime Rates: Houck vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
Safety Score
Houck has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.2 inches |
| 79% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,969 ft (1,819 m) |
| Area | 42.5 sq mi (110.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2693°N, 109.2234°W |
| County FIPS | 04001 |