Median Income $103,875

38% higher than US avg

Home Value $281,100

0% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.7%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180

Median Age46.3 yrs

Density35/mi²

Male / Female66% / 34%

Largest GroupWhite 57%

Veterans17.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$103,875

Per Capita$39,246

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$44,610M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$281,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units118

Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity36.7%

Uninsured20.3%

Smoking13.6%

Depression22.6%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain35.2 in/yr

Sunny Days303/yr

Elevation474 ft (144 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+91.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%

Commute28 min

Broadband74.0%

Libraries11

Is Praesel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Praesel receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Praesel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Praesel is $103,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Praesel among higher-income communities. 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 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Praesel is $281,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Praesel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Praesel has a population of 180 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.7%).

Population

180

Total Population

People / sq mi

46.3yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

5.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.6%

Female 34.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Praesel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	84.7%
	8% above US avg
Spanish	15.3%
	14% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Praesel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Praesel is $103,875, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. 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 28 minutes.

Income: Praesel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$103,875
	38% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,246
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,545
IRS Avg AGI	$110,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	15,692
County GDP	$44,610M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,297
Healthcare	1,657
Retail	1,626
Manufacturing	387

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$9,871
	182% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.4 min
Drive Alone	76.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Praesel is $281,100, 0% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$281,100
	0% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.7%

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	91.9%
Housing Units	118
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$9,871
	182% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.51%

In Praesel, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.7%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	11.4%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.6%
Asthma	9.6%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.6%
	3% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.7%
Physical Inactivity	28.3%
Depression	22.6%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	13.4%
Short Sleep	39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.8%
Uninsured	20.3%
	136% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,465
Dentists	1:1,638
Mental Health	1:560
Checkup Rate	71.6%
Dental Visits	51.6%
Premature Death	5,175/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	91.9%
Healthcare Facilities	1,657

Praesel has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	67.5°F
	25% above US avg
January Average	49°F (9°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	35.2 inches
	8% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	474 ft (144 m)
Area	5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density	35/sq mi
Coordinates	30.6315°N, 97.0283°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48491

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%

D 48%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	91.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	35/sq mi
Total Area	5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	74.0%
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	1,657
Restaurants	1,297
Retail Stores	1,626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.4 min
Drive Alone	76.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	23.3%

Praesel, TX

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

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Is Praesel a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Praesel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Praesel vs U.S. Average

Income: Praesel vs U.S.

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Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

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

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Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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