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Pleasant Valley, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Pleasant Valley is a small town in Texas with a population of 356. Residents earn $78,333 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
356 Population 136/sq mi density
$78,333 Median Income $34,787 per capita
$139,600 Home Value $210,043 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,333 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,600 home value, $1,094/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,333
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population356
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,333
Per Capita$34,787
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$7,674M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,600
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,043
Housing Units141
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking16.6%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation976 ft (297 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries4

Is Pleasant Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pleasant Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Pleasant Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pleasant Valley is $78,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pleasant Valley is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pleasant Valley 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 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pleasant Valley has a population of 356 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

356
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pleasant Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pleasant Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pleasant Valley is $78,333, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Pleasant Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,333
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,787
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$70,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,366
County GDP$7,674M

Business (County)

Restaurants312
Healthcare424
Retail461
Manufacturing114

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,194
134% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pleasant Valley is $139,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,043

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%
Housing Units141
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,194
134% above US avg
Effective Rate5.87%
In Pleasant Valley, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pleasant Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits52.0%
Premature Death11,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities424
Pleasant Valley 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 32.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.5 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation976 ft (297 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates33.9376°N, 98.5981°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48485
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities424
Restaurants312
Retail Stores461

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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