Home Value $114,400

59% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.1%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68

Median Age56.9 yrs

Density56/mi²

Male / Female37% / 63%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans64.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$27,987

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,378M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$114,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$268,458

Housing Units77

Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity37.1%

Uninsured15.1%

Smoking17.3%

Depression25.6%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain39.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation370 ft (113 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+88.3%

Graduate+8.8%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%

Commute30 min

Broadband35.0%

Libraries2

Is Powell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Powell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Powell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Powell is $114,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Powell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°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 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Powell has a population of 68 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 4.4% Hispanic, 5.9% Black.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

56.9yrs

Median Age

46% above US avg

1.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%

Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Powell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	92.3%
	18% above US avg
Spanish	7.7%
	43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Powell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Powell is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Powell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$27,987
Avg Weekly Wage	$966
IRS Avg AGI	$63,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,010
County GDP	$2,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants	79
Healthcare	122
Retail	147
Manufacturing	58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,220
	106% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.8 min
Drive Alone	84.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Powell is $114,400, 59% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,458.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$114,400
	59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$268,458

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$101
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	93.6%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	71.4%
Housing Units	77
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,220
	106% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.31%

In Powell, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.1%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	34.8%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	7.7%
Cancer	6.8%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.3%
	24% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	28.5%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	19.9%
Physical Distress	14.5%
Short Sleep	39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.2%
Uninsured	15.1%
	76% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,573
Dentists	1:2,732
Mental Health	1:1,325
Checkup Rate	73.1%
Dental Visits	52.9%
Premature Death	11,374/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	53.4%
Healthcare Facilities	122

Powell has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	67.0°F
	24% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.3 inches
	4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	370 ft (113 m)
Area	1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density	56/sq mi
Coordinates	32.1099°N, 96.3220°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48349

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%

D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	88.3%
Graduate Degree+	8.8%
School Test Score	5.10

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	56/sq mi
Total Area	1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	35.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	122
Restaurants	79
Retail Stores	147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.8 min
Drive Alone	84.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.1%

Powell, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Powell a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Powell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Powell vs U.S. Average

Income: Powell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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