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Knollwood, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Knollwood is a small town in Texas with a population of 488. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
488 Population 1,479/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $37,586 per capita
$40,700 Home Value
$1,259 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$40,700 home value, $1,259/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $40,700
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,259
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population488
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density1,479/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$37,586
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$8,370M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$40,700
Rent$1,259
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units351
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity30.8%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking11.9%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation831 ft (253 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.3%
Libraries9

Is Knollwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knollwood receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Knollwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knollwood is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knollwood is $40,700, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,259 per month. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Knollwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Knollwood has a population of 488 with a density of 1,479 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 6.8% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

488
Total Population
1,479
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Knollwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Knollwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knollwood is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Knollwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,586
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$77,812

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,223
County GDP$8,370M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare387
Retail463
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate17.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Knollwood is $40,700, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,259 (8% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,700
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,259
8% above US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.5%
Housing Units351
Median Year Built2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Effective Rate17.95%
In Knollwood, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.7%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,362
Dentists1:1,626
Mental Health1:647
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death9,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities387
Knollwood has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation831 ft (253 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,479/sq mi
Coordinates33.6893°N, 96.6185°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48181
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,479/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants260
Retail Stores463

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home11.1%

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