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Uncertain is a small town in Texas with a population of 94. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
94 Population 174/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $52,440 per capita
$225,000 Home Value $171,460 Zillow
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$225,000 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age60.7 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$52,440
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$393M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,460
Housing Units256
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking14.7%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation186 ft (57 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+12.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute26 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries1

Is Uncertain a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Uncertain is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Uncertain is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Uncertain 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. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Uncertain has a population of 94 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 60.7 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 5.3% Black.

Population

94
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
60.7yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Uncertain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Uncertain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uncertain is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Uncertain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,440
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$58,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)172
County GDP$393M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare13
Retail28
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,236
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Uncertain is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,460.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,460

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.3%
Housing Units256
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,236
50% above US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Uncertain, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.3%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Dentists1:9,560
Mental Health1:4,785
Checkup Rate67.3%
Dental Visits40.8%
Premature Death14,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access50.6%
Healthcare Facilities13
Uncertain has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation186 ft (57 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates32.7006°N, 94.1333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48315
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.5-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 52.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+12.8%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants24
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

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