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Hull, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Hull is a small town in Texas with a population of 309. Residents earn $34,573 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
309 Population 155/sq mi density
$34,573 Median Income $26,666 per capita
$46,000 Home Value
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$34,573 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,573
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.7%
83% higher than US avg

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

People

Population309
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density155/mi²
Male / Female22% / 78%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans11.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,573
Per Capita$26,666
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.7%
County GDP$3,305M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units303
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking17.3%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+79.9%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute41 min
Broadband63.3%
Libraries4

Is Hull a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hull receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Hull offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hull is $34,573, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hull is $46,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hull enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hull has a population of 309 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

309
Total Population
155
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 21.7%
Female 78.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hull vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hull vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hull is $34,573, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Hull vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,573
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,666
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$60,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.7%
83% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,298
County GDP$3,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants121
Healthcare109
Retail205
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,039
73% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate13.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hull is $46,000, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,000
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%
Housing Units303
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,039
73% above US avg
Effective Rate13.13%
In Hull, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,649
Dentists1:3,517
Mental Health1:3,384
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits52.2%
Premature Death11,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access46.1%
Healthcare Facilities109
Hull has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.8 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.8 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density155/sq mi
Coordinates30.1472°N, 94.6426°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48291
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 63.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+79.9%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density155/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants121
Retail Stores205

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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