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Retreat, TX

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Retreat is a small town in Texas with a population of 654. Residents earn $86,667 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
654 Population 131/sq mi density
$86,667 Median Income $32,734 per capita
$184,500 Home Value $273,955 Zillow
$1,583 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,667 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,500 home value, $1,583/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,667
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $184,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,583
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population654
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density131/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,667
Per Capita$32,734
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$2,378M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,500
Rent$1,583
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,955
Housing Units269
Rent Burden14.2%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured22.1%
Smoking20.7%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation455 ft (139 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+76.5%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Broadband81.9%
Libraries2

Is Retreat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Retreat receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Retreat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Retreat is $86,667, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Retreat is $184,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,583 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Retreat enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Retreat has a population of 654 with a density of 131 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

654
Total Population
131
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Retreat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.4%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.6%
106% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Retreat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Retreat is $86,667, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Retreat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,667
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,734
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$63,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,010
County GDP$2,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare122
Retail147
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,220
106% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Retreat is $184,500, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,583 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,955.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,500
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,955

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$84
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio53.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,583
36% above US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.2%
Housing Units269
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,220
106% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Retreat, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.4%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress17.2%
Short Sleep42.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured22.1%
157% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,573
Dentists1:2,732
Mental Health1:1,325
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits42.7%
Premature Death11,374/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities122
Retreat has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation455 ft (139 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates32.0484°N, 96.4769°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48349
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 81.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+76.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density131/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants79
Retail Stores147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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