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Port O'Connor, TX

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Port O'Connor is a small town in Texas with a population of 698. Residents earn $81,917 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
698 Population 175/sq mi density
$81,917 Median Income $38,240 per capita
$248,800 Home Value
72°F Avg Temperature 319 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,917 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$248,800 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,917
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $248,800
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

How Port O'Connor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population698
Median Age65.4 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,917
Per Capita$38,240
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty0.3%
County GDP$5,127M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$248,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,244
Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured14.4%
Smoking13.8%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Broadband70.8%
Libraries4

Is Port O'Connor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port O'Connor 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. Port O'Connor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port O'Connor is $81,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port O'Connor is $248,800, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Port O'Connor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Port O'Connor has a population of 698 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 65.4 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.9%).

Population

698
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
65.4yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Port O'Connor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port O'Connor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port O'Connor is $81,917, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Port O'Connor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,917
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,240
Avg Weekly Wage$1,611
IRS Avg AGI$66,236

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% 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 Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Port O'Connor is $248,800, 12% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$248,800
12% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.5%

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 Units1,244
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Port O'Connor, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port O'Connor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Uninsured14.4%
67% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,973
Dentists1:1,971
Mental Health1:3,939
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits56.1%
Premature Death9,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities31
Port O'Connor has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area enjoys 319 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates28.4460°N, 96.4201°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.2-point margin. 70.8% 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+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants76
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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