Quail Creek, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Quail Creek is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,722. Residents earn $83,523 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,722 Population 559/sq mi density
$83,523 Median Income $28,465 per capita
$191,100 Home Value
$1,087 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$83,523 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,100 home value, $1,087/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,523
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $191,100
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,087
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,722
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density559/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,523
Per Capita$28,465
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$355M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,100
Rent$1,087
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation112 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 20%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Quail Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quail Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Quail Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quail Creek is $83,523, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quail Creek is $191,100, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,087 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Quail Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Quail Creek has a population of 1,722 with a density of 559 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.1%), with 9.3% Black.

Population

1,722
Total Population
559
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Quail Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Quail Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quail Creek is $83,523, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Quail Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,523
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,465
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$79,614

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)164
County GDP$355M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare10
Retail18
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,330
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Quail Creek is $191,100, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,087 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,100
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,087
7% 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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,330
81% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Quail Creek, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Quail Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death9,032/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access50.3%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Quail Creek has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.8°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density559/sq mi
Coordinates28.7773°N, 97.0848°W
County FIPS48175
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density559/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants15
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home3.9%

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