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Petty, TX

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Petty is a small town in Texas with a population of 155. Residents earn $100,605 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
155 Population 267/sq mi density
$100,605 Median Income $43,561 per capita
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,605 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,605
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,605
Per Capita$43,561
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$3,585M
Commute19 min

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured16.7%
Smoking15.5%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation620 ft (189 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+65.8%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries1

Is Petty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petty receives an overall livability score of 4.3 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. Petty stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Petty is $100,605, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Petty among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Petty enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Petty has a population of 155 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 25.2% Black.

Population

155
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Petty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.8%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.2%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Petty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petty is $100,605, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Petty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,605
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,561
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$64,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,354
County GDP$3,585M

Business (County)

Restaurants114
Healthcare183
Retail212
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,710
35% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Petty, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.4%
Uninsured16.7%
94% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits54.4%
Premature Death12,236/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities183
Petty has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates33.6054°N, 95.8034°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48277
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.1-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 61.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+65.8%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities183
Restaurants114
Retail Stores212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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