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Pecan Gap, TX

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Pecan Gap is a small town in Texas with a population of 293. Residents earn $105,417 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
293 Population 465/sq mi density
$105,417 Median Income $42,245 per capita
$253,200 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,417 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$253,200 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,417
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $253,200
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population293
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans19.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,417
Per Capita$42,245
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$179M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$253,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units123
Rent Burden30.9%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured12.4%
Smoking15.1%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+89.0%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband95.0%

Is Pecan Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pecan Gap receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Pecan Gap 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 Gap is $105,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Pecan Gap among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pecan Gap is $253,200, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pecan Gap enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pecan Gap has a population of 293 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

293
Total Population
465
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pecan Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pecan Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pecan Gap is $105,417, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Pecan Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,417
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,245
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$56,862

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,933
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pecan Gap is $253,200, 10% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,200
10% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.1%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built2010

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,933
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Pecan Gap, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Uninsured12.4%
44% above US avg
Mental Health1:1,840
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits56.8%
Premature Death13,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities4
Pecan Gap has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density465/sq mi
Coordinates33.4390°N, 95.8531°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+89.0%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density465/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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