Pantego, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Pantego is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,467. Residents earn $64,955 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,467 Population 2,372/sq mi density
$64,955 Median Income $46,401 per capita
$336,200 Home Value $346,058 Zillow
$1,413 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
600 Violent Crime/100K 3,720 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$64,955 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$336,200 home value, $1,413/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
600 violent crimes/100K (58% above avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,955
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $336,200
19% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 600/100K
58% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.8%
27% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,413
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,467
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density2,372/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,955
Per Capita$46,401
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$178,003M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$336,200
Rent$1,413
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$346,058

Crime

F
Violent600/100K
Property3,720/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault520/100K
Burglary520/100K

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation588 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.8%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute25 min
Libraries47

Is Pantego a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pantego receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Pantego offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pantego is $64,955, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pantego is $336,200, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,413 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 600 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,720 per 100,000, 90% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pantego enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pantego has a population of 2,467 with a density of 2,372 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 8.5% Black.

Population

2,467
Total Population
2,372
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pantego vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pantego vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pantego is $64,955, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Pantego vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,955
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,401
Avg Weekly Wage$1,398
IRS Avg AGI$91,104

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)50,573
County GDP$178,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,656
Healthcare5,993
Retail6,287
Manufacturing1,588

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,373
196% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Pantego is $336,200, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,413 (21% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,058.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$336,200
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$346,058
Median List Price$492,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$492,500
$/Sq Ft$170
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,413
21% 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-Occupied60.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,373
196% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Pantego, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death7,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access94.3%
Healthcare Facilities5,993
Pantego has a violent crime rate of 600 per 100,000 residents, 58% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,720 per 100,000 (90% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent600.0/100K
58% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery80.0/100K
Assault520.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,720.0/100K
90% above US avg
Burglary520.0/100K
Theft3,000.0/100K
Vehicle Theft200.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)202

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pantego has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation588 ft (179 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density2,372/sq mi
Coordinates32.7149°N, 97.1539°W
County FIPS48439
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.8%
27% above US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,372/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries47
Healthcare Facilities5,993
Restaurants4,656
Retail Stores6,287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)202
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home14.6%

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