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Petrolia, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Petrolia is a small town in Texas with a population of 404. Residents earn $51,771 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
404 Population 546/sq mi density
$51,771 Median Income $26,952 per capita
$86,800 Home Value
$768 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 320 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,771 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,800 home value, $768/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,771
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,800
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $768
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density546/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,771
Per Capita$26,952
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$209M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,800
Rent$768
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units293
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking14.5%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation993 ft (303 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.9%
Libraries1

Is Petrolia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petrolia receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Petrolia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Petrolia is $51,771, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Petrolia is $86,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $768 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Petrolia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Petrolia has a population of 404 with a density of 546 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

404
Total Population
546
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Petrolia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Petrolia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petrolia is $51,771, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Petrolia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,771
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,952
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$49,469

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$209M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare11
Retail16
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,440
59% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Petrolia is $86,800, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $768 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,800
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$768
34% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%
Housing Units293
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,440
59% below US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Petrolia, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits55.5%
Premature Death12,788/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access0.3%
Healthcare Facilities11
Petrolia has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 320 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation993 ft (303 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density546/sq mi
Coordinates34.0131°N, 98.2318°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS40033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.8-point margin. 74.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density546/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants7
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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