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Palisades, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Palisades is a small town in Texas with a population of 301. Residents earn $71,286 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
301 Population 538/sq mi density
$71,286 Median Income $40,567 per capita
$217,900 Home Value $188,926 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,286 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$217,900 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,286
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $217,900
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population301
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density538/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans21.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,286
Per Capita$40,567
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$11,378M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$217,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,926
Housing Units188
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking13.4%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation3,434 ft (1,047 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband84.1%
Libraries4

Is Palisades a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palisades receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Palisades offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palisades is $71,286, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palisades is $217,900, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Palisades enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Palisades has a population of 301 with a density of 538 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

301
Total Population
538
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Palisades vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palisades vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palisades is $71,286, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Palisades vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,286
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,567
Avg Weekly Wage$1,150
IRS Avg AGI$67,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,057
County GDP$11,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants378
Healthcare501
Retail507
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,022
158% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Palisades is $217,900, 23% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,926.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,900
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,926

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.8%
Housing Units188
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,022
158% above US avg
Effective Rate4.14%
In Palisades, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.8%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death13,394/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access86.1%
Healthcare Facilities501
Palisades has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,434 ft (1,047 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density538/sq mi
Coordinates35.0589°N, 101.8005°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48375
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 84.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.7%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density538/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities501
Restaurants378
Retail Stores507

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home4.6%

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