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Point Comfort, TX

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Point Comfort is a small town in Texas with a population of 498. Residents earn $106,806 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
498 Population 377/sq mi density
$106,806 Median Income $42,666 per capita
$116,300 Home Value $115,315 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 11.0% income on rent
71°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
4.9 / 5.0
$106,806 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,300 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,806
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $116,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population498
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density377/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,806
Per Capita$42,666
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$5,127M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,300
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,315
Housing Units218
Rent Burden11.0%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured17.8%
Smoking13.1%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband83.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Point Comfort a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Point Comfort is $106,806, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Point Comfort among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Point Comfort is $116,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Point Comfort has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°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 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Point Comfort has a population of 498 with a density of 377 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 6% Black.

Population

498
Total Population
377
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.1%
Female 34.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Point Comfort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.8%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.2%
21% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Point Comfort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Point Comfort is $106,806, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Point Comfort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,806
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,666
Avg Weekly Wage$1,611
IRS Avg AGI$66,236

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)687
County GDP$5,127M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare31
Retail66
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Point Comfort is $116,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,315.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$115,315

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden11.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.7%
Housing Units218
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Point Comfort, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured17.8%
107% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits55.8%
Premature Death9,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities31
Point Comfort has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density377/sq mi
Coordinates28.6684°N, 96.5570°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.2-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density377/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.6%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants76
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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