Nevada, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Nevada is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,292. Residents earn $133,750 per year, which is 78% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,292 Population 541/sq mi density
$133,750 Median Income $43,456 per capita
$397,700 Home Value $401,279 Zillow
$1,696 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$133,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$397,700 home value, $1,696/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,750
78% higher than US avg
Home Value $397,700
41% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.2%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,696
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,292
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density541/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,750
Per Capita$43,456
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$115,358M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$397,700
Rent$1,696
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$401,279

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation606 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.2%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute38 min
Libraries16

Is Nevada a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nevada receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Nevada stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nevada is $133,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 78% above $75,149. This places Nevada among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nevada is $397,700, 41% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,696 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Nevada enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Nevada has a population of 1,292 with a density of 541 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.5%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,292
Total Population
541
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nevada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nevada vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nevada is $133,750, which is 78% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Nevada vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,750
78% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,456
Avg Weekly Wage$1,694
IRS Avg AGI$129,628

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)34,830
County GDP$115,358M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,668
Healthcare4,398
Retail2,985
Manufacturing491

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,750
207% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.2 min
Work from Home22.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nevada is $397,700, 41% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,696 (46% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $401,279.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$397,700
41% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$401,279
Median List Price$550,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$550,000
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,696
46% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,750
207% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Nevada, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death4,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access93.0%
Healthcare Facilities4,398

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Nevada has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation606 ft (185 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density541/sq mi
Coordinates33.0353°N, 96.3706°W
County FIPS48085
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.3%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.2%
10% above US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density541/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities4,398
Restaurants2,668
Retail Stores2,985

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.2 min
Work from Home22.7%

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