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Petronila, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Petronila is a small town in Texas with a population of 78. Residents earn $121,042 per year, which is 61% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
78 Population 43/sq mi density
$121,042 Median Income $50,447 per capita
$275,000 Home Value
73°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$121,042 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$275,000 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,042
61% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.1%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population78
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,042
Per Capita$50,447
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$27,852M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units46
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured24.2%
Smoking15.9%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.1%
High School+66.7%
Graduate+10.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute17 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries10

Is Petronila a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petronila receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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, high obesity rates. Petronila stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Petronila is $121,042, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places Petronila among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Petronila is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Petronila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Petronila has a population of 78 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35.9%).

Population

78
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Petronila vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.7%
49% below US avg
Spanish60.3%
350% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Petronila vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petronila is $121,042, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Petronila vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,042
61% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,447
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$68,680

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,568
County GDP$27,852M

Business (County)

Restaurants982
Healthcare1,105
Retail1,058
Manufacturing167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Petronila is $275,000, 2% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units46
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Petronila, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.8%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.2%
Uninsured24.2%
181% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits44.3%
Premature Death10,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Petronila has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates27.6712°N, 97.6322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48355
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.1%
4% above US avg
High School+66.7%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Restaurants982
Retail Stores1,058

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.5%

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