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Paint Rock, TX

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Paint Rock is a small town in Texas with a population of 361. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
361 Population 220/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $31,097 per capita
$45,700 Home Value $183,433 Zillow
65°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,700 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,700
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.9%
141% higher than US avg

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

People

Population361
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$31,097
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.9%
County GDP$290M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,433
Housing Units109
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured19.7%
Smoking16.9%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.0%

Is Paint Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paint Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, 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 $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paint Rock is $45,700, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Paint Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Paint Rock has a population of 361 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

361
Total Population
220
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.2%
Female 36.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Paint Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paint Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paint Rock is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Paint Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,097
Avg Weekly Wage$1,154
IRS Avg AGI$62,492

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.9%
141% above US avg
Establishments (County)92
County GDP$290M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Paint Rock is $45,700, 84% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,433.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,700
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,433

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.2%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

In Paint Rock, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Paint Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured19.7%
129% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,341
Dentists1:3,340
Mental Health1:3,297
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits48.8%
Premature Death5,163/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities4
Paint Rock has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.6 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) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.6 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates31.5101°N, 99.9253°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.9-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.6%
D 12.8%

Winner: Republican by 73.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density220/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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