Premont, TX

Texas

Premont is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,424. Residents earn $45,712 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,424 Population 1,434/sq mi density
$45,712 Median Income $21,704 per capita
$80,700 Home Value
$733 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
1,073 Violent Crime/100K 2,405 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$45,712 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,700 home value, $733/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,073 violent crimes/100K (182% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,712
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,700
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,073/100K
182% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,424
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density1,434/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

C
Median Income$45,712
Per Capita$21,704
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$312M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,700
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent1,073/100K
Property2,405/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault962/100K
Burglary1,406/100K

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Elevation157 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+65.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Premont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Premont receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Premont has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Premont is $45,712, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Premont is $80,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,073 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,405 per 100,000, 23% above the national average.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Premont has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Premont has a population of 2,424 with a density of 1,434 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.9%).

Population

2,424
Total Population
1,434
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Premont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only30.3%
61% below US avg
Spanish69.7%
420% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Premont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Premont is $45,712, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Premont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,712
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,704
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$37,129

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$312M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare18
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Premont is $80,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,700
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$733
37% 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-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

In Premont, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 43.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes18.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma9.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity43.7%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress18.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death15,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities18
Premont has a violent crime rate of 1,073 per 100,000 residents, 182% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,405 per 100,000 (23% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,072.9/100K
182% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape74.0/100K
Robbery37.0/100K
Assault961.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,404.7/100K
23% above US avg
Burglary1,405.9/100K
Theft961.9/100K
Vehicle Theft37.0/100K
Arson74.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Premont has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average72.2°F
34% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.4 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density1,434/sq mi
Coordinates27.3585°N, 98.1244°W
County FIPS48047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.8%
D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 9.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+65.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,434/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants19
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Work from Home4.3%

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