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Poynor, TX

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Poynor is a small town in Texas with a population of 377. Residents earn $69,167 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
377 Population 160/sq mi density
$69,167 Median Income $40,555 per capita
$186,000 Home Value
$1,025 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,167 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $1,025/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,167
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,000
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population377
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,167
Per Capita$40,555
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,784M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units164
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking13.9%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation465 ft (142 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+99.6%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute24 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries4

Is Poynor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poynor receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Poynor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poynor is $69,167, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.3% 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 Poynor is $186,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Poynor enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°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 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Poynor has a population of 377 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%).

Population

377
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.2%
Female 61.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Poynor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Poynor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poynor is $69,167, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Poynor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,167
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,555
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$66,802

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,656
County GDP$2,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare126
Retail268
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,037
130% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Poynor is $186,000, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units164
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,037
130% above US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
In Poynor, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death13,194/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities126
Poynor has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation465 ft (142 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates32.0793°N, 95.5924°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48213
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+99.6%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants166
Retail Stores268

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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