Texas · Metropolitan Area
Palm Valley is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,650. Residents earn $92,000 per year, which is 22% above the national average.
Based on current data, Palm Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Palm Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Palm Valley is $92,000, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Palm Valley is $264,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,225 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Palm Valley is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,372 per 100,000, 21% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Palm Valley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 67.6% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 32.4% |
| 142% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $92,000 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,175 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,428 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,200 |
| County GDP | $17,387M |
| Restaurants | 815 |
| Healthcare | 1,060 |
| Retail | 1,030 |
| Manufacturing | 186 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.42% |
| Commute Time | 20.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |
| Census Median | $264,400 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $251,730 |
| Median List Price | $339,000 |
| Median List Price | $339,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $132 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 37.5% |
| Inventory | 16 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,225 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.42% |
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,065/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,060 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,371.8/100K |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 76.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,295.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 75.6°F |
| 40% above US avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.2 inches |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,750/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.2044°N, 97.7543°W |
| County FIPS | 48061 |
Winner: Republican by 5.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,750/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,060 |
| Restaurants | 815 |
| Retail Stores | 1,030 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |