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Stockton Bend, TX

Texas · Hood County

Stockton Bend is a small town in Texas with a population of 643. Residents earn $166,250 per year, which is 121% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
643 Population 1,128/sq mi density
$166,250 Median Income $70,337 per capita
$803,800 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$166,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$803,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $166,250
121% higher than US avg
Home Value $803,800
185% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.4%
94% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population643
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density1,128/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$166,250
Per Capita$70,337
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$3,550M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$803,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units252
Rent Burden32.4%

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured11.1%
Smoking12.7%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation704 ft (215 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.4%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+19.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute33 min
Broadband93.9%
Libraries1

Is Stockton Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stockton Bend receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Stockton Bend stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stockton Bend is $166,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 121% above $75,149. This places Stockton Bend among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stockton Bend is $803,800, making it a premium housing market at 185% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Stockton Bend is a highly educated community — 65.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Stockton Bend enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Stockton Bend has a population of 643 with a density of 1,128 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.6%).

Population

643
Total Population
1,128
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Stockton Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stockton Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stockton Bend is $166,250, which is 121% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Stockton Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$166,250
121% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,337
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$92,042

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,700
County GDP$3,550M

Business (County)

Restaurants139
Healthcare160
Retail185
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stockton Bend is $803,800, 185% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$803,800
185% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied99.1%
Housing Units252
Median Year Built2006

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Effective Rate0.97%
In Stockton Bend, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stockton Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured11.1%
29% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,676
Dentists1:1,844
Mental Health1:797
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death9,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities160
Stockton Bend has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 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) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation704 ft (215 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,128/sq mi
Coordinates32.4791°N, 97.7639°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHood County County
County FIPS48221
Stockton Bend is located in Hood County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 65.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.4%
94% above US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+19.9%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,128/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyHood County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities160
Restaurants139
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.7%

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