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Knippa, TX

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Knippa is a small town in Texas with a population of 997. Residents earn $73,212 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
997 Population 195/sq mi density
$73,212 Median Income $25,860 per capita
$176,400 Home Value
70°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$73,212 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,400 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,212
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,400
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population997
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density195/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,212
Per Capita$25,860
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units317
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured23.6%
Smoking13.1%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation990 ft (302 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Broadband99.3%
Libraries3

Is Knippa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knippa receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Knippa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knippa is $73,212, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knippa is $176,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Knippa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Knippa has a population of 997 with a density of 195 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%).

Population

997
Total Population
195
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Knippa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.8%
21% below US avg
Spanish38.2%
185% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Knippa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knippa is $73,212, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Knippa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,212
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,860
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$58,027

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)703
County GDP$1,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare66
Retail105
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Knippa is $176,400, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,400
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied81.8%
Housing Units317
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
In Knippa, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.9%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured23.6%
174% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,091
Dentists1:2,771
Mental Health1:1,189
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits46.8%
Premature Death13,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.0/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Knippa has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.9 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.9 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation990 ft (302 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates29.3038°N, 99.6308°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48463
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin. 99.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density195/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants78
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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