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Red Rock, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Red Rock is a small town in Texas with a population of 630. Residents earn $37,401 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
630 Population 139/sq mi density
$37,401 Median Income $24,229 per capita
$164,600 Home Value $447,735 Zillow
68°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$37,401 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$164,600 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,401
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,600
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population630
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,401
Per Capita$24,229
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute41 min

Housing

A
Home Value$164,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$447,735
Housing Units235
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured18.4%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+68.1%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute41 min
Broadband34.3%
Libraries4

Is Red Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, below-average incomes, long commute times. Red Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Rock is $37,401, 50% below the national average of $75,149. 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 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Red Rock is $164,600, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Red Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Red Rock has a population of 630 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

630
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Red Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Rock is $37,401, which is 50% below 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 41 minutes.

Income: Red Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,401
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,229
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$60,854

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare71
Retail92
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,922
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.5 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Red Rock is $164,600, 42% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $447,735.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,600
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$447,735

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%
Housing Units235
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,922
98% above US avg
Effective Rate4.21%
In Red Rock, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Red Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured18.4%
114% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death9,139/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access40.0%
Healthcare Facilities71
Red Rock has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates29.9599°N, 97.4428°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.4-point margin. 34.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+68.1%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants75
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.5 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

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