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Nocona Hills, TX

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Nocona Hills is a small town in Texas with a population of 633. Residents earn $59,145 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
633 Population 122/sq mi density
$59,145 Median Income $35,197 per capita
$148,900 Home Value
$1,057 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$59,145 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,900 home value, $1,057/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,145
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,900
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,057
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population633
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,145
Per Capita$35,197
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$798M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,900
Rent$1,057
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units436
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured13.5%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation894 ft (272 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+71.9%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute36 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries3

Is Nocona Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nocona Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Nocona Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nocona Hills is $59,145, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nocona Hills is $148,900, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,057 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Nocona Hills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Nocona Hills has a population of 633 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

633
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nocona Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nocona Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nocona Hills is $59,145, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Nocona Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,145
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,197
Avg Weekly Wage$910
IRS Avg AGI$74,935

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)515
County GDP$798M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare35
Retail67
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nocona Hills is $148,900, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,057 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,900
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,057
9% below US avg
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-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units436
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,757
64% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Nocona Hills, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Nocona Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%
Uninsured13.5%
57% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,082
Dentists1:3,511
Mental Health1:5,400
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits53.5%
Premature Death13,687/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities35
Nocona Hills has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation894 ft (272 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates33.8486°N, 97.6349°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48337
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.7-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.5%
D 10.9%

Winner: Republican by 77.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+71.9%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants35
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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