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Staples, TX

Texas · Caldwell County · Metropolitan Area

Staples is a small town in Texas with a population of 303. Residents earn $79,464 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
303 Population 202/sq mi density
$79,464 Median Income $36,755 per capita
$225,000 Home Value
$1,375 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,464 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,000 home value, $1,375/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,464
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population303
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density202/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,464
Per Capita$36,755
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units112
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured18.6%
Smoking13.1%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation540 ft (165 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute36 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries4

Is Staples a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Staples receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Staples stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Staples is $79,464, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Staples is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Staples enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Staples has a population of 303 with a density of 202 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (50.5%), with 2.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.8% of residents, while 13.2% speak Spanish. 11.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

303
Total Population
202
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Staples vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.8%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.2%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Staples vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Staples is $79,464, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,755. The average weekly wage is $1,019, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 887 business establishments, including 75 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Staples vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,464
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,755
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$60,854

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare71
Retail92
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,922
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Staples is $225,000, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 112 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $6,922 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%
Housing Units112
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,922
98% above US avg
Effective Rate3.08%
In Staples, 34.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 19.8% report binge drinking. 26.8% are physically inactive. 22.0% report depression. 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 18.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,899. The dentist ratio is 1:3,190. 40.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Uninsured18.6%
116% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,899
Dentists1:3,190
Mental Health1:1,216
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits53.5%
Premature Death9,139/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access40.0%
Healthcare Facilities71
Staples enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 300 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 540 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation540 ft (165 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates29.7623°N, 97.8245°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCaldwell County County
County FIPS48055
Staples is located in Caldwell County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 23.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.6% of the vote, a 14.4-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 71 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 64.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density202/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyCaldwell County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants75
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

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