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Snook, TX

Texas · Burleson County · Metropolitan Area

Snook is a small town in Texas with a population of 490. Residents earn $97,188 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
490 Population 259/sq mi density
$97,188 Median Income $66,421 per capita
$168,500 Home Value $271,666 Zillow
$926 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,500 home value, $926/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,188
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $168,500
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $926
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population490
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,188
Per Capita$66,421
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$1,255M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,500
Rent$926
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,666
Housing Units295
Rent Burden23.2%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured17.9%
Smoking15.4%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation242 ft (74 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+9.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute37 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries1

Is Snook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Snook receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Snook stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snook is $97,188, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snook is $168,500, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $926 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Snook enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°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 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Snook has a population of 490 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 3.7% Black.

Population

490
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Snook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Snook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snook is $97,188, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Snook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,188
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,421
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$71,217

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare22
Retail60
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,603
89% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Snook is $168,500, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $926 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,666.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,500
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,666

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops15.8%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$926
20% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%
Housing Units295
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,603
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.92%
In Snook, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured17.9%
108% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,579
Dentists1:9,328
Mental Health1:9,737
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits52.6%
Premature Death10,434/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities22
Snook has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation242 ft (74 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates30.4910°N, 96.4725°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBurleson County County
County FIPS48051
Snook is located in Burleson County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 18.2%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+9.7%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
CountyBurleson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants36
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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