Poth, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Poth is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,646. Residents earn $72,961 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,646 Population 519/sq mi density
$72,961 Median Income $38,178 per capita
$194,700 Home Value $267,741 Zillow
$1,120 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
533 Violent Crime/100K 2,228 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,961 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,700 home value, $1,120/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
533 violent crimes/100K (40% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,961
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $194,700
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 533/100K
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,120
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,646
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,961
Per Capita$38,178
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$1,705M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,700
Rent$1,120
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,741

Crime

F
Violent533/100K
Property2,228/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault339/100K
Burglary1,404/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Elevation403 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Poth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poth receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Poth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poth is $72,961, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poth is $194,700, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 533 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,228 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Poth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Poth has a population of 1,646 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

1,646
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Poth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.9%
14% below US avg
Spanish32.1%
140% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Poth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poth is $72,961, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Poth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,961
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,178
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$89,351

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)918
County GDP$1,705M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare72
Retail102
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,262
107% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Poth is $194,700, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,741.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,700
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,741
Median List Price$399,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,000
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,120
4% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,262
107% above US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
In Poth, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death8,131/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access65.5%
Healthcare Facilities72
Poth has a violent crime rate of 533 per 100,000 residents, 40% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,228 per 100,000 (14% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Poth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent532.7/100K
40% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape145.3/100K
Robbery48.4/100K
Assault339.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,227.6/100K
14% above US avg
Burglary1,404.4/100K
Theft629.5/100K
Vehicle Theft193.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Poth has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation403 ft (123 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates29.0721°N, 98.0806°W
County FIPS48493
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.9%

Winner: Republican by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants85
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home4.9%

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