Median Income $68,510

9% lower than US avg

Home Value $140,600

50% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.1%

79% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.4%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.0%

39% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.9%

60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population589

Median Age28.6 yrs

Density101/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 39%

Veterans2.1%

Economy

B+

Median Income$68,510

Per Capita$20,956

Unemployment5.0%

Poverty4.9%

County GDP$1,101M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$140,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$150,566

Housing Units193

Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity36.4%

Uninsured23.3%

Smoking12.4%

Depression21.6%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Sunny Days319/yr

Elevation364 ft (111 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.1%

High School+80.3%

Graduate+1.5%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%

Commute20 min

Broadband58.6%

Libraries1

Is Pettus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pettus receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Pettus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pettus is $68,510, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pettus is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pettus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pettus has a population of 589 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.7%).

Population

589

Total Population

101

People / sq mi

28.6yrs

Median Age

26% below US avg

5.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%

Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pettus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	76.2%
	3% below US avg
Spanish	23.8%
	78% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pettus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pettus is $68,510, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Pettus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$68,510
	9% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$20,956
Avg Weekly Wage	$904
IRS Avg AGI	$58,377

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.0%
	39% above US avg
Poverty Rate	4.9%
	60% below US avg
Establishments (County)	558
County GDP	$1,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	61
Retail	64
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,945
	41% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.4 min
Drive Alone	98.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pettus is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,566.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$140,600
	50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$150,566

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.6%

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	78.6%
Housing Units	193
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,945
	41% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.52%

In Pettus, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.4%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	31.3%
Asthma	9.2%
COPD	5.1%
Cancer	5.7%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.4%
	11% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	29.3%
Depression	21.6%
Mental Distress	17.4%
Physical Distress	13.6%
Short Sleep	39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.0%
Uninsured	23.3%
	171% above US avg
Primary Care	1:6,185
Dentists	1:3,377
Mental Health	1:1,928
Checkup Rate	71.6%
Dental Visits	52.0%
Premature Death	11,511/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	47.7%
Healthcare Facilities	61

Pettus has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area enjoys 319 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	70.2°F
	30% above US avg
January Average	54°F (12°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	364 ft (111 m)
Area	5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density	101/sq mi
Coordinates	28.6156°N, 97.8121°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48025

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 58.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%

D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.1%
	79% below US avg
High School+	80.3%
Graduate Degree+	1.5%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	101/sq mi
Total Area	5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	58.6%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	61
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.4 min
Drive Alone	98.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Pettus, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Pettus a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Pettus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Pettus vs U.S. Average

Income: Pettus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Pettus 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

Nearby Cities