Median Income
$36,789
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Salado Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population443
Median Age23.9 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,789
Per Capita$9,230
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute25 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership36.8%
Health
Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease8.1%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation451 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+79.5%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1
Is Salado a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Salado receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Salado has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Salado is $36,789, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Education
3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Salado enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Salado has a population of 443 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 23.9 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
23.9yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Salado is $36,789, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,789 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $9,230 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $935 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,486 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 958 |
| County GDP | $2,636M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 152 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,581 |
| 26% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
36.8% of homes are owner-occupied.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 36.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 36.8% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,581 |
| 26% below US avg |
In Salado, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 38.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Salado vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.8% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.3% |
| Depression | 29.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.8% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,068/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
Crime Rates: Salado vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Salado has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.8 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 451 ft (137 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 224/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6954°N, 91.5923°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05063 |