Home Value $167,900

40% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 36.8%

9% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.5%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 35.3%

185% higher than US avg

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

People

Population99

Median Age33.6 yrs

Density54/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans66.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$32,801

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty35.3%

County GDP$1,501M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home Value$167,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$397,813

Housing Units58

Rent Burden33.5%

Health

Obesity34.5%

Uninsured12.1%

Smoking13.8%

Depression24.3%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain43.7 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation315 ft (96 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.8%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+3.2%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%

Commute17 min

Broadband28.0%

Libraries2

Is Richards a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richards receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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, a high uninsured rate. Richards offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richards is $167,900, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Richards enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Richards has a population of 99 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

33.6yrs

Median Age

14% below US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%

Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Richards vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richards vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richards is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Richards vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$32,801
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,158
IRS Avg AGI	$70,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	35.3%
	185% above US avg
Establishments (County)	597
County GDP	$1,501M

Business (County)

Restaurants	44
Healthcare	17
Retail	73
Manufacturing	45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,433
	84% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.0 min
Drive Alone	57.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Richards is $167,900, 40% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $397,813.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$167,900
	40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$397,813

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	58
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,433
	84% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.83%

In Richards, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.5%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	5.8%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.8%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.3%
Physical Inactivity	23.7%
Depression	24.3%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.6%
Uninsured	12.1%
	41% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,786
Dentists	1:5,126
Mental Health	1:4,626
Checkup Rate	73.3%
Dental Visits	52.8%
Premature Death	9,963/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	31.5%
Healthcare Facilities	17

Richards has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	68.7°F
	27% above US avg
January Average	51°F (11°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.7 inches
	15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	315 ft (96 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density	54/sq mi
Coordinates	30.5344°N, 95.8498°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Grimes County County
County FIPS	48185

Richards is located in Grimes County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.3-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.7%

D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	36.8%
	9% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	3.2%
School Test Score	5.10

B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	54/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi
County	Grimes County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	28.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	17
Restaurants	44
Retail Stores	73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.0 min
Drive Alone	57.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Richards, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Richards a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Richards vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Richards vs U.S. Average

Income: Richards vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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Commute & Transportation

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