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Reklaw, TX

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Reklaw is a small town in Texas with a population of 336. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
336 Population 114/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $40,710 per capita
$159,400 Home Value $232,607 Zillow
$1,025 Median Rent 41.7% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $1,025/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population336
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans12.8%

Economy

D
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$40,710
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$3,747M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,607
Housing Units161
Rent Burden41.7%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured17.4%
Smoking16.0%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation286 ft (87 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+15.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute34 min
Broadband74.8%
Libraries1

Is Reklaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reklaw receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Reklaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reklaw is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reklaw is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Reklaw enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Reklaw has a population of 336 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.6%), with 20.8% Black.

Population

336
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Reklaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.1%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.9%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Reklaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reklaw is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Reklaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,710
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$66,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,424
County GDP$3,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare188
Retail222
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Reklaw is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,607.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,607

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden41.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Reklaw, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.6%
Uninsured17.4%
102% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits50.3%
Premature Death11,089/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities188
Reklaw has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation286 ft (87 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates31.8666°N, 94.9815°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48347
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 74.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+15.9%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants138
Retail Stores222

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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