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Mount Enterprise, TX

Texas · Nacogdoches County

Mount Enterprise is a small town in Texas with a population of 351. Residents earn $68,281 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
351 Population 236/sq mi density
$68,281 Median Income $47,579 per capita
$176,700 Home Value $206,746 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,281 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,700 home value, $1,000/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,281
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,700
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population351
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density236/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans23.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,281
Per Capita$47,579
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$3,747M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,700
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,746
Housing Units166
Rent Burden19.3%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured16.5%
Smoking19.4%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation451 ft (137 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries1

Is Mount Enterprise a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Enterprise receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Mount Enterprise stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Enterprise is $68,281, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Enterprise is $176,700, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Enterprise 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 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Mount Enterprise has a population of 351 with a density of 236 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 15.7% Black.

Population

351
Total Population
236
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Enterprise vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Enterprise vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Enterprise is $68,281, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Mount Enterprise vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,281
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,579
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$66,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,424
County GDP$3,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare188
Retail222
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Enterprise is $176,700, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,746.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,700
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,746

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Mount Enterprise, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Enterprise vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.9%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured16.5%
92% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,406
Dentists1:1,707
Mental Health1:647
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits49.6%
Premature Death11,089/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities188
Mount Enterprise 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 49.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 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 Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation451 ft (137 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density236/sq mi
Coordinates31.9116°N, 94.6828°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyNacogdoches County County
County FIPS48347
Mount Enterprise is located in Nacogdoches County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density236/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyNacogdoches County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants138
Retail Stores222

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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