Pecan Acres, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Pecan Acres is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,966. Residents earn $138,977 per year, which is 85% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,966 Population 210/sq mi density
$138,977 Median Income $70,265 per capita
$531,900 Home Value $725,285 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$138,977 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$531,900 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $138,977
85% higher than US avg
Home Value $531,900
89% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.0%
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,966
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density210/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$138,977
Per Capita$70,265
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$178,003M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$531,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$725,285

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.0%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute36 min
Libraries47

Is Pecan Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pecan Acres receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Pecan Acres stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pecan Acres is $138,977, which is significantly higher than the national average — 85% above $75,149. This places Pecan Acres among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pecan Acres is $531,900, making it a premium housing market at 89% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pecan Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pecan Acres has a population of 3,966 with a density of 210 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

3,966
Total Population
210
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
18.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Pecan Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.3%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.7%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pecan Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pecan Acres is $138,977, which is 85% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Pecan Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$138,977
85% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,265
Avg Weekly Wage$1,398
IRS Avg AGI$91,104

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% 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 Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home20.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pecan Acres is $531,900, 89% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $725,285.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$531,900
89% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$725,285
Median List Price$1,049,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,049,999
$/Sq Ft$206
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops31.0%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,373
196% above US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Pecan Acres, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pecan Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death7,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access94.3%
Healthcare Facilities5,993

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)202

Safety Score

Pecan Acres has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area18.9 sq mi (48.9 km²)
Population Density210/sq mi
Coordinates32.9679°N, 97.4790°W
County FIPS48439
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% 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+42.0%
25% above US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density210/sq mi
Total Area18.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)202

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home20.4%

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