Pilot Point, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Pilot Point is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,829. Residents earn $79,128 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
4,829 Population 612/sq mi density
$79,128 Median Income $36,859 per capita
$268,300 Home Value $327,569 Zillow
$1,182 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,128 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$268,300 home value, $1,182/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,128
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,300
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,182
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,829
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density612/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,128
Per Capita$36,859
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$8,370M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,300
Rent$1,182
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$327,569

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation703 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+79.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Pilot Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pilot Point receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Pilot Point stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pilot Point is $79,128, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pilot Point is $268,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,182 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pilot Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pilot Point has a population of 4,829 with a density of 612 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

4,829
Total Population
612
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pilot Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.2%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.8%
130% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pilot Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pilot Point is $79,128, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Pilot Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,128
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,859
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$77,812

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,223
County GDP$8,370M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare387
Retail463
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pilot Point is $268,300, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,182 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,569.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,300
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$327,569
Median List Price$304,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$304,990
$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold36
Sale-to-List Ratio95.8%
Price Drops62.9%
Inventory132

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,182
2% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In Pilot Point, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pilot Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.4%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death9,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities387

Crime Rates: Pilot Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Pilot Point has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density612/sq mi
Coordinates33.3983°N, 96.9555°W
County FIPS48181
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+79.7%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density612/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants260
Retail Stores463

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home15.1%

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