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Rising Star, TX

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Rising Star is a small town in Texas with a population of 734. Residents earn $31,667 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
734 Population 424/sq mi density
$31,667 Median Income $18,713 per capita
$36,500 Home Value $155,848 Zillow
$596 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$31,667 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$36,500 home value, $596/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,667
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $36,500
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $596
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population734
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density424/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,667
Per Capita$18,713
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$906M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$36,500
Rent$596
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,848
Housing Units441
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured16.8%
Smoking19.3%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,635 ft (498 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+74.7%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute16 min
Broadband78.3%
Libraries3

Is Rising Star a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rising Star 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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Rising Star offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rising Star is $31,667, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rising Star is $36,500, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $596 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rising Star enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rising Star has a population of 734 with a density of 424 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

734
Total Population
424
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rising Star vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rising Star vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rising Star is $31,667, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Rising Star vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,667
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,713
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$62,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)530
County GDP$906M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare45
Retail82
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,219
78% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate17.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rising Star is $36,500, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $596 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,848.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$36,500
87% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,848

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$596
49% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.6%
Housing Units441
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,219
78% above US avg
Effective Rate17.04%
In Rising Star, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rising Star vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.9%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.6%
Uninsured16.8%
95% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits49.9%
Premature Death12,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities45
Rising Star has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,635 ft (498 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density424/sq mi
Coordinates32.0976°N, 98.9665°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.5-point margin. 78.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.5%
D 11%

Winner: Republican by 77.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+74.7%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density424/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants57
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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