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Pineland, TX

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Pineland is a small town in Texas with a population of 994. Residents earn $32,109 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
994 Population 485/sq mi density
$32,109 Median Income $21,057 per capita
$84,100 Home Value $179,530 Zillow
$517 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$32,109 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,100 home value, $517/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,109
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,100
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $517
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.5%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population994
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$32,109
Per Capita$21,057
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty24.5%
County GDP$394M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,100
Rent$517
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,530
Housing Units566
Rent Burden30.7%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured14.6%
Smoking18.2%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation265 ft (81 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+83.1%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 11%
Commute17 min
Broadband67.8%
Libraries2

Is Pineland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pineland receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Pineland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pineland is $32,109, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pineland is $84,100, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $517 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pineland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pineland has a population of 994 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 12.8% Black.

Population

994
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pineland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pineland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pineland is $32,109, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Pineland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,109
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,057
Avg Weekly Wage$864
IRS Avg AGI$62,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)222
County GDP$394M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare20
Retail40
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,482
57% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pineland is $84,100, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $517 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,530.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,100
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,530

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$517
56% below US avg
Rent Burden30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.9%
Housing Units566
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,482
57% above US avg
Effective Rate6.52%
In Pineland, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep42.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Uninsured14.6%
70% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits48.4%
Premature Death16,290/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access75.2%
Healthcare Facilities20
Pineland has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation265 ft (81 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates31.2470°N, 93.9739°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48403
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.5-point margin. 67.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.1%
D 10.6%

Winner: Republican by 78.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+83.1%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants11
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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