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Point is a small town in Texas with a population of 985. Residents earn $51,696 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
985 Population 357/sq mi density
$51,696 Median Income $27,941 per capita
$142,800 Home Value
$693 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,696 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,800 home value, $693/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,696
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $693
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population985
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density357/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,696
Per Capita$27,941
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$345M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,800
Rent$693
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units415
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking16.6%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation490 ft (149 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+79.6%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute33 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries1

Is Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Point receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Point is $51,696, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Point is $142,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $693 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Point has a population of 985 with a density of 357 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.

Population

985
Total Population
357
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.4%
Female 37.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.1%
8% above US avg
Spanish14.9%
11% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Point is $51,696, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,696
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,941
Avg Weekly Wage$845
IRS Avg AGI$68,918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)271
County GDP$345M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare12
Retail31
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,472
85% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Point is $142,800, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $693 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,800
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$693
40% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.4%
Housing Units415
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,472
85% above US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In Point, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.8%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:12,509
Dentists1:6,412
Mental Health1:1,855
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death9,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities12
Point has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation490 ft (149 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates32.9371°N, 95.8634°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48379
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.9-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 13.3%

Winner: Republican by 72.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+79.6%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density357/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants26
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

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