Home Value $32,500

88% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.1%

70% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.2%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.9%

12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population121

Median Age37.5 yrs

Density252/mi²

Male / Female41% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 71%

Veterans98.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$26,920

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty13.9%

County GDP$281M

Commute44 min

Housing

Home Value$32,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units30

Rent Burden23.2%

Health

Obesity35.2%

Uninsured12.7%

Smoking16.3%

Depression25.6%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain27.2 in/yr

Sunny Days328/yr

Elevation1,980 ft (604 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.1%

High School+88.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%

Commute44 min

Broadband28.0%

Libraries1

Is Novice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Novice receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Novice faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Novice is $32,500, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Novice enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Novice has a population of 121 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.1%), with 27.3% Hispanic.

Population

121

Total Population

252

People / sq mi

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%

Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Novice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	78.5%
	0% below US avg
Spanish	21.5%
	60% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Novice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Novice is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Novice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$26,920
Avg Weekly Wage	$866
IRS Avg AGI	$61,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.9%
	12% above US avg
Establishments (County)	258
County GDP	$281M

Business (County)

Restaurants	25
Healthcare	16
Retail	31
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,700
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	14.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	43.5 min
Drive Alone	42.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Novice is $32,500, 88% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$32,500
	88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.1%
Housing Units	30
Median Year Built	1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,700
	34% above US avg
Effective Rate	14.46%

In Novice, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.2%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	32.7%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.3%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	25.9%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	57.0%
Uninsured	12.7%
	48% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,934
Dentists	1:3,925
Mental Health	1:7,842
Checkup Rate	72.1%
Dental Visits	60.6%
Premature Death	13,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	65.7%
Healthcare Facilities	16

Novice has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	64.4°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	27.2 inches
	29% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,980 ft (604 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	252/sq mi
Coordinates	31.9872°N, 99.6253°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48083

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.3%

D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 79 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.1%
	70% below US avg
High School+	88.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	252/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	28.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	16
Restaurants	25
Retail Stores	31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	43.5 min
Drive Alone	42.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.0%

Novice, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Novice a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Novice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Novice vs U.S. Average

Income: Novice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities