Tolar, TX

Texas

Tolar is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,461. Residents earn $81,818 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,461 Population 1,316/sq mi density
$81,818 Median Income $22,855 per capita
$195,800 Home Value $392,452 Zillow
$1,679 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$81,818 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,800 home value, $1,679/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,818
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $195,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,679
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,461
Median Age25.4 yrs
Density1,316/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,818
Per Capita$22,855
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$3,550M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,800
Rent$1,679
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$392,452

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation1,025 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Tolar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tolar receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing. Tolar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tolar is $81,818, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tolar is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,679 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Tolar 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. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Tolar has a population of 1,461 with a density of 1,316 people per square mile. The median age is 25.4 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

1,461
Total Population
1,316
People / sq mi
25.4yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tolar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tolar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tolar is $81,818, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Tolar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,818
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,855
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$92,042

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% 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
Effective Tax Rate3.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tolar is $195,800, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,679 (44% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $392,452.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,800
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$392,452
Median List Price$349,444

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,444
$/Sq Ft$216
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,679
44% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Effective Rate3.97%
In Tolar, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death9,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities160

Crime Rates: Tolar vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Tolar 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,025 ft (312 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,316/sq mi
Coordinates32.3901°N, 97.9196°W
County FIPS48221
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,316/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities160
Restaurants139
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home8.4%

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