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Redwater, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Redwater is a small town in Texas with a population of 957. Residents earn $48,942 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
957 Population 481/sq mi density
$48,942 Median Income $22,432 per capita
$89,700 Home Value $184,473 Zillow
$796 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,942 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,700 home value, $796/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,942
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,700
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population957
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,942
Per Capita$22,432
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$5,214M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,700
Rent$796
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,473
Housing Units452
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking16.2%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries4

Is Redwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Redwater receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Redwater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Redwater is $48,942, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Redwater is $89,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 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.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Redwater enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Redwater has a population of 957 with a density of 481 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 7.9% Black.

Population

957
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Redwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Redwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redwater is $48,942, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Redwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,942
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$66,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,482
County GDP$5,214M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare301
Retail384
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,355
110% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Redwater is $89,700, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,473.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,700
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,473

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.9%
Housing Units452
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,355
110% above US avg
Effective Rate8.20%
In Redwater, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.9%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,382
Dentists1:1,615
Mental Health1:728
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death12,278/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access51.4%
Healthcare Facilities301
Redwater has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates33.3583°N, 94.2562°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.7-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities301
Restaurants208
Retail Stores384

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home2.4%

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