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Placedo, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Placedo is a small town in Texas with a population of 503. Residents earn $28,000 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
503 Population 898/sq mi density
$28,000 Median Income $21,033 per capita
$46,200 Home Value
71°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$28,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,200 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,000
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,200
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.5%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population503
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density898/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,000
Per Capita$21,033
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.5%
County GDP$6,210M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units269
Rent Burden29.4%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured25.2%
Smoking10.1%
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+82.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute16 min
Broadband26.9%
Libraries1

Is Placedo a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Placedo is $28,000, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 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 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Placedo is $46,200, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Placedo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Placedo has a population of 503 with a density of 898 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.3%), with 17.3% Black.

Population

503
Total Population
898
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.6%
Female 33.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Placedo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.4%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.6%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Placedo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Placedo is $28,000, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Placedo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,000
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,033
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$80,305

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
97% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,416
County GDP$6,210M

Business (County)

Restaurants222
Healthcare285
Retail343
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,494
114% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate16.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Placedo is $46,200, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,200
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.4%

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 Units269
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,494
114% above US avg
Effective Rate16.22%
In Placedo, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% of residents lack health insurance. 10.1% are current smokers. 18.6% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma8.4%
COPD4.0%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.8%
Uninsured25.2%
193% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,378
Dentists1:1,686
Mental Health1:559
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits56.4%
Premature Death10,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities285
Placedo has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.0°F
31% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density898/sq mi
Coordinates28.6919°N, 96.8259°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48469
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin. 26.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+82.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density898/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities285
Restaurants222
Retail Stores343

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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