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Palo Pinto, TX

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Palo Pinto is a small town in Texas with a population of 197. Residents earn $50,938 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
197 Population 232/sq mi density
$50,938 Median Income $12,144 per capita
65°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,938
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,938
Per Capita$12,144
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,287M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$375,974
Housing Units77
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured14.3%
Smoking12.6%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+74.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute25 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries1

Is Palo Pinto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palo Pinto receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Palo Pinto stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palo Pinto is $50,938, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Palo Pinto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Palo Pinto has a population of 197 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 8.6% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

197
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Palo Pinto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palo Pinto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palo Pinto is $50,938, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Palo Pinto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,938
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,144
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$71,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)731
County GDP$1,287M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare46
Retail96
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,974.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$375,974

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$820
1 Bedroom$825
2 Bedrooms$1,068
3 Bedrooms$1,397
4 Bedrooms$1,792

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units77
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
In Palo Pinto, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Palo Pinto vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.4%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Uninsured14.3%
66% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,049
Dentists1:2,924
Mental Health1:3,718
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death11,397/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Palo Pinto has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates32.7736°N, 98.3020°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48363
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.1-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.2%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+74.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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