Median Income
$50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$76,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.7%
87% lower than US avg
How Paint Rock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population182
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density414/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$28,937
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$38,958M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$76,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Elevation747 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+91.1%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute35 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries11
Is Paint Rock a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Paint Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Paint Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Paint Rock is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Paint Rock is $76,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Paint Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Paint Rock has a population of 182 with a density of 414 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 2.7% Hispanic.
Population
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Paint Rock vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Paint Rock vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Paint Rock is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Paint Rock vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,000 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,937 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,482 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,736 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 13,778 |
| County GDP | $38,958M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 895 |
| Healthcare | 1,126 |
| Retail | 1,345 |
| Manufacturing | 287 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,840 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Paint Rock is $76,000, 73% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $76,000 |
| 73% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,840 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.74% |
In Paint Rock, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Paint Rock vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,054/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,126 |
Crime Rates: Paint Rock vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
Safety Score
Paint Rock has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.1 inches |
| 53% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 747 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 414/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6609°N, 86.3340°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 01089 |