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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 93.0% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.0% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $64,955 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,401 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,398 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $91,104 |
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 50,573 |
| County GDP | $178,003M |
| Restaurants | 4,656 |
| Healthcare | 5,993 |
| Retail | 6,287 |
| Manufacturing | 1,588 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,373 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.09% |
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |
| Census Median | $336,200 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $346,058 |
| Median List Price | $492,500 |
| Median List Price | $492,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $170 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.2% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,413 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,373 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.09% |
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,833/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 94.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,993 |
| Total Violent | 600.0/100K |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 80.0/100K |
| Assault | 520.0/100K |
| Total Property | 3,720.0/100K |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 520.0/100K |
| Theft | 3,000.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 200.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 202 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.2 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 588 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,372/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7149°N, 97.1539°W |
| County FIPS | 48439 |
Winner: Republican by 5.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,372/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 47 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,993 |
| Restaurants | 4,656 |
| Retail Stores | 6,287 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 202 |
| Avg Commute | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |