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Pecan Hill, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Pecan Hill is a small town in Texas with a population of 730. Residents earn $101,667 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
730 Population 343/sq mi density
$101,667 Median Income $43,524 per capita
$312,300 Home Value
$2,125 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$101,667 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$312,300 home value, $2,125/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,667
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $312,300
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,125
83% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population730
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,667
Per Capita$43,524
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$10,768M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$312,300
Rent$2,125
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units255
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured14.7%
Smoking12.7%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation554 ft (169 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute31 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries5

Is Pecan Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pecan Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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 Hill 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 Hill is $101,667, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Pecan Hill among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pecan Hill is $312,300, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,125 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pecan Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°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 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pecan Hill has a population of 730 with a density of 343 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.5%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

730
Total Population
343
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pecan Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.4%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.6%
39% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pecan Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pecan Hill is $101,667, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Pecan Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,667
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,524
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$81,086

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,919
County GDP$10,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants344
Healthcare342
Retail451
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pecan Hill is $312,300, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,125 (83% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$312,300
11% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,125
83% above US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units255
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Pecan Hill, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Uninsured14.7%
71% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death7,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities342
Pecan Hill has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation554 ft (169 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density343/sq mi
Coordinates32.4907°N, 96.7813°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48139
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density343/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities342
Restaurants344
Retail Stores451

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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