Home Value $268,400

5% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.1%

64% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.6%

33% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.9%

52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population689

Median Age58.2 yrs

Density154/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans6.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$32,325

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty18.9%

County GDP$26,057M

Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$268,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units320

Rent Burden29.5%

Health

Obesity42.6%

Uninsured16.4%

Smoking15.9%

Depression27.7%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain38.1 in/yr

Sunny Days303/yr

Elevation765 ft (233 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.1%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+9.4%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%

Commute26 min

Broadband62.5%

Libraries8

Is Pendleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pendleton receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Pendleton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pendleton is $268,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pendleton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pendleton has a population of 689 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

689

Total Population

154

People / sq mi

58.2yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

4.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pendleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	91.9%
	17% above US avg
Spanish	8.1%
	40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pendleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pendleton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Pendleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$32,325
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,194
IRS Avg AGI	$63,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.9%
	52% above US avg
Establishments (County)	6,521
County GDP	$26,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants	742
Healthcare	659
Retail	904
Manufacturing	166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,288
	108% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.9 min
Drive Alone	93.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pendleton is $268,400, 5% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$268,400
	5% below US avg
Median List Price	$264,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$264,000
$/Sq Ft	$135
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.0%
Price Drops	14.3%
Inventory	7

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	64.4%
Housing Units	320
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,288
	108% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.72%

In Pendleton, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.6%
	33% above US avg
Diabetes	11.8%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.6%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	29.9%
Depression	27.7%
Mental Distress	20.1%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.6%
Uninsured	16.4%
	91% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,385
Dentists	1:1,191
Mental Health	1:358
Checkup Rate	74.2%
Dental Visits	54.3%
Premature Death	9,433/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	72.9%
Healthcare Facilities	659

Pendleton has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.4°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.1 inches
	0% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	765 ft (233 m)
Area	4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density	154/sq mi
Coordinates	31.1956°N, 97.3242°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Bell County County
County FIPS	48027

Pendleton is located in Bell County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.2-point margin. 62.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%

D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 16.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.1%
	64% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	9.4%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	154/sq mi
Total Area	4.5 sq mi
County	Bell County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	62.5%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	659
Restaurants	742
Retail Stores	904

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	50
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.9 min
Drive Alone	93.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.4%

Pendleton, TX

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

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Community

Is Pendleton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Pendleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Pendleton vs U.S. Average

Income: Pendleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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