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Santo, TX

Texas · Palo Pinto County

Santo is a small town in Texas with a population of 272. Residents earn $101,705 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
272 Population 227/sq mi density
$101,705 Median Income $22,602 per capita
$149,500 Home Value $395,755 Zillow
65°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$101,705 median income, 11.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,705
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $149,500
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.3%
73% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population272
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$101,705
Per Capita$22,602
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,287M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$395,755
Housing Units135
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking13.2%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation819 ft (250 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute30 min
Broadband67.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Santo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santo receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Santo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Santo is $101,705, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Santo among higher-income communities. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Santo is $149,500, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Santo is a highly educated community — 58.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Santo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Santo has a population of 272 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%).

Population

272
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Santo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Santo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santo is $101,705, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Santo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,705
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,602
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$71,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)731
County GDP$1,287M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare46
Retail96
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone55.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Santo is $149,500, 47% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $395,755.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,500
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$395,755

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units135
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
Effective Rate5.89%
In Santo, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.4%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,049
Dentists1:2,924
Mental Health1:3,718
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death11,397/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Santo has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation819 ft (250 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates32.6056°N, 98.2138°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPalo Pinto County County
County FIPS48363
Santo is located in Palo Pinto County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 58.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.1-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.2%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.3%
73% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyPalo Pinto County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone55.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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