Paloma Creek, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Paloma Creek is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,250. Residents earn $88,850 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,250 Population 7,065/sq mi density
$88,850 Median Income $40,523 per capita
$308,500 Home Value
$2,732 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,850 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$308,500 home value, $2,732/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,850
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $308,500
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,732
135% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,250
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density7,065/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,850
Per Capita$40,523
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$115,358M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$308,500
Rent$2,732
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation564 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute32 min
Libraries16

Is Paloma Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paloma Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Paloma Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paloma Creek is $88,850, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paloma Creek is $308,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,732 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Paloma Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Paloma Creek has a population of 3,250 with a density of 7,065 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.1%), with 12.4% Black.

Population

3,250
Total Population
7,065
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Paloma Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.6%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.4%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paloma Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paloma Creek is $88,850, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Paloma Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,850
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,523
Avg Weekly Wage$1,694
IRS Avg AGI$129,628

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)34,830
County GDP$115,358M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,668
Healthcare4,398
Retail2,985
Manufacturing491

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,750
207% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Paloma Creek is $308,500, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,732 (135% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$308,500
9% above US avg
Median List Price$322,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$322,500
$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops30.8%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,732
135% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,750
207% above US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In Paloma Creek, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Paloma Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death4,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access93.0%
Healthcare Facilities4,398

Crime Rates: Paloma Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Paloma Creek has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density7,065/sq mi
Coordinates33.2253°N, 96.9370°W
County FIPS48085
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.3%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,065/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities4,398
Restaurants2,668
Retail Stores2,985

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home17.2%

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