Inez, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Inez is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,280. Residents earn $81,760 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,280 Population 38/sq mi density
$81,760 Median Income $47,635 per capita
$175,400 Home Value $344,099 Zillow
$778 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,760 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,400 home value, $778/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,760
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $175,400
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.0%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $778
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,280
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,760
Per Capita$47,635
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$6,210M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,400
Rent$778
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$344,099

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation56 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.0%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute32 min
Libraries1

Is Inez a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inez receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Inez stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inez is $81,760, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inez is $175,400, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Inez has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Inez has a population of 2,280 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).

Population

2,280
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
59.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Inez vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Inez vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inez is $81,760, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Inez vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,760
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,635
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$80,305

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,416
County GDP$6,210M

Business (County)

Restaurants222
Healthcare285
Retail343
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,494
114% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Inez is $175,400, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $344,099.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,400
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$344,099
Median List Price$462,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$462,450
$/Sq Ft$18
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio54.6%
Price Drops30.8%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$778
33% 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-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,494
114% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Inez, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death10,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities285

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Inez has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.0°F
31% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area59.6 sq mi (154.3 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates28.8763°N, 96.7909°W
County FIPS48469
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.0%
5% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area59.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities285
Restaurants222
Retail Stores343

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home4.4%

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