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Iredell, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Iredell is a small town in Texas with a population of 398. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
398 Population 884/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $28,126 per capita
$66,200 Home Value $316,983 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,200 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,200
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population398
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density884/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$28,126
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$857M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,200
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$316,983
Housing Units189
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured17.1%
Smoking17.3%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation893 ft (272 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute28 min
Broadband87.3%
Libraries3

Is Iredell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iredell receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Iredell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Iredell is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Iredell is $66,200, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Iredell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Iredell has a population of 398 with a density of 884 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%).

Population

398
Total Population
884
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Iredell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Iredell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iredell is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Iredell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,126
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$72,214

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)400
County GDP$857M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare22
Retail57
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,790
94% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Iredell is $66,200, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $316,983.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,200
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$316,983

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.2%
Housing Units189
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,790
94% above US avg
Effective Rate10.26%
In Iredell, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.4%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Uninsured17.1%
99% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,850
Dentists1:2,671
Mental Health1:2,111
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits51.3%
Premature Death12,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access30.9%
Healthcare Facilities22
Iredell has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation893 ft (272 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density884/sq mi
Coordinates31.9860°N, 97.8717°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.3-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density884/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants27
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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