Median Income $39,250

48% lower than US avg

Home Value $75,000

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.2%

82% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.5%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.3%

75% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.7%

34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population108

Median Age58.5 yrs

Density76/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 8%

Veterans90.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$39,250

Per Capita$23,156

Unemployment6.3%

Poverty16.7%

County GDP$216M

Commute48 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$75,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units140

Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity43.5%

Uninsured38.0%

Smoking13.8%

Depression19.7%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain25.7 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation832 ft (254 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.2%

High School+65.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 54%

Commute48 min

Broadband53.0%

Is Oilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oilton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Oilton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oilton is $39,250, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oilton is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Oilton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Oilton has a population of 108 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (8.3%).

Population

108

Total Population

People / sq mi

58.5yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%

Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	12.3%
	84% below US avg
Spanish	87.7%
	554% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oilton is $39,250, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Oilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$39,250
	48% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,156
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,052
IRS Avg AGI	$46,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.3%
	75% above US avg
Poverty Rate	16.7%
	34% above US avg
Establishments (County)	128
County GDP	$216M

Business (County)

Restaurants	11
Healthcare	8
Retail	22
Manufacturing	3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,500
	29% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	48.0 min
Drive Alone	59.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Oilton is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$75,000
	73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.2%

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	100.0%
Housing Units	140
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,500
	29% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.00%

In Oilton, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 38.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 19.7% report depression. 42.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.5%
	36% above US avg
Diabetes	17.2%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	33.1%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	4.2%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.8%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	15.0%
Physical Inactivity	42.3%
Depression	19.7%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	17.1%
Short Sleep	39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.2%
Uninsured	38.0%
	342% above US avg
Checkup Rate	71.7%
Dental Visits	44.3%
Premature Death	12,253/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.5/10
Healthcare Facilities	8

Oilton has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	72.5°F
	34% above US avg
January Average	56°F (13°C)
July Average	86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.7 inches
	32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	832 ft (254 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density	76/sq mi
Coordinates	27.4693°N, 98.9672°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48247

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.3-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.7%

D 54%

Winner: Democrat by 8.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.2%
	82% below US avg
High School+	65.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	76/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	53.0%
Healthcare Facilities	8
Restaurants	11
Retail Stores	22

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	48.0 min
Drive Alone	59.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Oilton, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Oilton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Oilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Oilton vs U.S. Average

Income: Oilton 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: Oilton 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