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Kress is a small town in Texas with a population of 559. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
559 Population 998/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $20,184 per capita
$81,000 Home Value $109,647 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $738/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.4%
89% higher than US avg

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

People

Population559
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density998/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$20,184
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty23.4%
County GDP$672M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,647
Housing Units313
Rent Burden28.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property282/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity43.6%
Uninsured32.4%
Smoking18.7%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,470 ft (1,058 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+74.7%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute16 min
Broadband73.2%
Libraries1

Is Kress a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kress receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Kress has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kress is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kress is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 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.

Safety & Crime

Kress is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 282 per 100,000, 86% below the national average.

Education

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kress enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kress has a population of 559 with a density of 998 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.2%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

559
Total Population
998
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Kress vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.9%
26% below US avg
Spanish42.1%
214% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kress vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kress is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Kress vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,184
Avg Weekly Wage$892
IRS Avg AGI$54,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.4%
89% above US avg
Establishments (County)186
County GDP$672M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare10
Retail14
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,875
11% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kress is $81,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,647.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$109,647

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.3%
Housing Units313
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,875
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.78%
In Kress, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 41.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.2%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity41.6%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress18.3%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Uninsured32.4%
277% above US avg
Primary Care1:7,008
Dentists1:6,881
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits41.0%
Premature Death15,481/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access50.3%
Healthcare Facilities10
Kress has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 282 per 100,000 (86% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property282.1/100K
86% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft282.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Kress has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,470 ft (1,058 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density998/sq mi
Coordinates34.3658°N, 101.7484°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48437
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin. 73.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.2%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.2%
85% below US avg
High School+74.7%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density998/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants11
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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