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Point Blank, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Point Blank is a small town in Texas with a population of 813. Residents earn $62,330 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
813 Population 402/sq mi density
$62,330 Median Income $53,394 per capita
$168,500 Home Value $225,361 Zillow
69°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$62,330 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,500 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,330
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,500
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population813
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density402/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,330
Per Capita$53,394
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$523M
Commute55 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,361
Housing Units508
Rent Burden25.3%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking16.5%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation208 ft (63 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute55 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries2

Is Point Blank a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Point Blank receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Point Blank offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Point Blank is $62,330, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Point Blank is $168,500, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Point Blank enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Point Blank has a population of 813 with a density of 402 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.7%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 8.9% Black.

Population

813
Total Population
402
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.8%
Female 39.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Point Blank vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Point Blank vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Point Blank is $62,330, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.

Income: Point Blank vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,330
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,394
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$65,578

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$523M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare18
Retail34
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,439
84% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time54.7 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Point Blank is $168,500, 40% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,361.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,500
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,361

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.6%
Housing Units508
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,439
84% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
In Point Blank, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Primary Care1:13,939
Dentists1:28,348
Mental Health1:5,787
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits53.5%
Premature Death12,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access68.1%
Healthcare Facilities18
Point Blank has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation208 ft (63 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density402/sq mi
Coordinates30.7482°N, 95.2137°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48407
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.3-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density402/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants20
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute54.7 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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