Hubbard, TX

Texas

Hubbard is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,492. Residents earn $47,284 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,492 Population 761/sq mi density
$47,284 Median Income $24,012 per capita
$115,600 Home Value $193,426 Zillow
$877 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
359 Violent Crime/100K 215 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$47,284 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,600 home value, $877/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
359 violent crimes/100K (6% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,284
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 359/100K
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $877
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,492
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density761/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,284
Per Capita$24,012
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$2,179M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,600
Rent$877
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,426

Crime

F
Violent359/100K
Property215/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault287/100K
Burglary72/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation635 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute36 min
Libraries2

Is Hubbard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hubbard receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Hubbard has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hubbard is $47,284, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hubbard is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hubbard is below the national average at 359 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 215 per 100,000, 89% below the national average.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hubbard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hubbard has a population of 1,492 with a density of 761 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.5%), with 15.5% Black.

Population

1,492
Total Population
761
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hubbard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.2%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hubbard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hubbard is $47,284, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Hubbard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,284
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,012
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$57,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$2,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare57
Retail75
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hubbard is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $877 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,426.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,426

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$877
25% 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-Occupied66.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Effective Rate4.54%
In Hubbard, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death11,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.2%
Healthcare Facilities57
Hubbard has a violent crime rate of 359 per 100,000 residents, 6% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 215 per 100,000 (89% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent358.9/100K
6% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape71.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault287.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property215.4/100K
89% below US avg
Burglary71.8/100K
Theft143.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hubbard has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation635 ft (194 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density761/sq mi
Coordinates31.8468°N, 96.8000°W
County FIPS48293
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+88.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density761/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants41
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Work from Home6.0%

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