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Joaquin, TX

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Joaquin is a small town in Texas with a population of 688. Residents earn $34,659 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
688 Population 298/sq mi density
$34,659 Median Income $21,979 per capita
$59,200 Home Value $214,209 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$34,659 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,200 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,659
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,200
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population688
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density298/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,659
Per Capita$21,979
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,988M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,200
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,209
Housing Units405
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured18.7%
Smoking20.8%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation211 ft (64 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+71.1%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband76.7%
Libraries2

Is Joaquin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joaquin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Joaquin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Joaquin is $34,659, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Joaquin is $59,200, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Joaquin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Joaquin has a population of 688 with a density of 298 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.3%), with 5.5% Hispanic, 14.7% Black.

Population

688
Total Population
298
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Joaquin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Joaquin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joaquin is $34,659, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Joaquin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,659
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,979
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$56,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)611
County GDP$1,988M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare43
Retail80
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,262
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Joaquin is $59,200, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,209.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,200
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,209

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units405
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,262
22% above US avg
Effective Rate7.20%
In Joaquin, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.8% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.4%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.8%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.3%
Uninsured18.7%
117% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,985
Dentists1:3,430
Mental Health1:1,273
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits45.9%
Premature Death13,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities43
Joaquin has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation211 ft (64 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density298/sq mi
Coordinates31.9656°N, 94.0484°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48419
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 76.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.1%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+71.1%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density298/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants42
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

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