Town of Pecos, TX

Texas

Town of Pecos is a small city in Texas with a population of 11,485. Residents earn $56,361 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
11,485 Population 380/sq mi density
$56,361 Median Income $23,533 per capita
$113,800 Home Value
$986 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,361 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,800 home value, $986/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,361
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

How Town of Pecos Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,485
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density380/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,361
Per Capita$23,533
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$14,272M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,800
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Elevation2,618 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+70.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute16 min
Libraries1

Is Town of Pecos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Town of Pecos receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Town of Pecos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Town of Pecos is $56,361, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Town of Pecos is $113,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Town of Pecos enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Town of Pecos has a population of 11,485 with a density of 380 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

11,485
Total Population
380
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
30.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Town of Pecos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only45.1%
43% below US avg
Spanish54.9%
310% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Town of Pecos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Town of Pecos is $56,361, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Town of Pecos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,361
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,533
Avg Weekly Wage$1,547
IRS Avg AGI$77,395

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$14,272M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare20
Retail40
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,017
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Town of Pecos is $113,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,800
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below 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-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,017
15% above US avg
Effective Rate3.53%

Health Metrics: Town of Pecos vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Premature Death10,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities20

Crime Rates: Town of Pecos vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Town of Pecos has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.1 inches
73% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,618 ft (798 m)
Area30.3 sq mi (78.3 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates31.3917°N, 103.5272°W
County FIPS48389
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 36.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+70.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density380/sq mi
Total Area30.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants66
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Work from Home1.7%

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