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Waelder, TX

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Waelder is a small town in Texas with a population of 671. Residents earn $57,879 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
671 Population 524/sq mi density
$57,879 Median Income $25,590 per capita
$81,300 Home Value $293,665 Zillow
$838 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,879 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,300 home value, $838/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,879
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,300
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population671
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 25%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,879
Per Capita$25,590
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$3,676M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,300
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,665
Housing Units477
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured31.1%
Smoking14.0%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation386 ft (118 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+69.6%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries3

Is Waelder a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waelder receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Waelder offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waelder is $57,879, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waelder is $81,300, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Waelder enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Waelder has a population of 671 with a density of 524 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (25%), with 10.1% Black.

Population

671
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Waelder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only31.3%
60% below US avg
Spanish68.7%
413% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Waelder vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waelder is $57,879, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Waelder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,879
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,590
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$70,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)550
County GDP$3,676M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare33
Retail70
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,493
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Waelder is $81,300, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,665.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,300
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$293,665

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.3%
Housing Units477
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,493
86% above US avg
Effective Rate7.99%
In Waelder, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 37.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity37.1%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.6%
Uninsured31.1%
262% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits45.1%
Premature Death10,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access48.2%
Healthcare Facilities33
Waelder has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation386 ft (118 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates29.6945°N, 97.2978°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.8-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+69.6%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants50
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.2%

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