Potosi, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Potosi is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,524. Residents earn $113,340 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,524 Population 247/sq mi density
$113,340 Median Income $38,016 per capita
$298,000 Home Value
$1,438 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$113,340 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$298,000 home value, $1,438/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,340
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $298,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.2%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,524
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,340
Per Capita$38,016
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$9,866M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$298,000
Rent$1,438
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Elevation1,843 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.2%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is Potosi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Potosi receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Potosi stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Potosi is $113,340, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Potosi among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Potosi is $298,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Potosi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Potosi has a population of 4,524 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.2%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

4,524
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
18.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Potosi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Potosi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Potosi is $113,340, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Potosi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,340
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,016
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$73,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,886
County GDP$9,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants371
Healthcare409
Retail546
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,431
112% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Potosi is $298,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,000
6% above US avg
Median List Price$450,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$450,000
$/Sq Ft$193
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% above 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-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,431
112% above US avg
Effective Rate2.49%
In Potosi, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death10,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities409

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Potosi has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,843 ft (562 m)
Area18.4 sq mi (47.5 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates32.3357°N, 99.6843°W
County FIPS48441
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 38.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 49.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.2%
13% above US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area18.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities409
Restaurants371
Retail Stores546

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home2.9%

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