Texas · Metropolitan Area
Oyster Creek is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,097. Residents earn $36,902 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Oyster Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Oyster Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Oyster Creek is $36,902, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Oyster Creek is $153,300, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,073 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,220 per 100,000, 64% above the national average.
2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Oyster Creek has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 77.5% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 22.5% |
| 68% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,902 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,601 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,312 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,500 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.9% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,858 |
| County GDP | $23,376M |
| Restaurants | 727 |
| Healthcare | 920 |
| Retail | 892 |
| Manufacturing | 253 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,186 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.34% |
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
| Census Median | $153,300 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $170,909 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,040 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,186 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.34% |
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.9% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 920 |
| Total Violent | 1,073.4/100K |
| 182% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 89.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 983.9/100K |
| Total Property | 3,220.0/100K |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 805.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,967.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 447.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 71.4°F |
| 32% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 577/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.9981°N, 95.3293°W |
| County FIPS | 48039 |
Winner: Republican by 19.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 2.5% |
| 93% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 577/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 920 |
| Restaurants | 727 |
| Retail Stores | 892 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |