Bachelor's+ 17.9%

47% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population105

Median Age53.1 yrs

Density808/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 52%

Veterans67.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$42,402

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$902M

Commute22 min

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Sunny Days318/yr

Elevation3,041 ft (927 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.9%

High School+38.8%

Graduate+10.8%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 7%

Commute22 min

Broadband31.0%

Libraries2

Is Waka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waka receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Waka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Waka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Waka has a population of 105 with a density of 808 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.4%).

Population

105

Total Population

808

People / sq mi

53.1yrs

Median Age

37% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%

Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Waka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	73.8%
	6% below US avg
Spanish	26.2%
	96% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Waka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waka is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Waka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$42,402
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,071
IRS Avg AGI	$75,207

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	235
County GDP	$902M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	3
Retail	23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,243
	78% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.2 min
Drive Alone	66.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Waka has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	60.5°F
	12% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,041 ft (927 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	808/sq mi
Coordinates	36.2816°N, 101.0441°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48195

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 84.9-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 92.2%

D 7.3%

Winner: Republican by 84.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.9%
	47% below US avg
High School+	38.8%
Graduate Degree+	10.8%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	808/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	31.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	3
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.2 min
Drive Alone	66.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Waka, TX

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

People

Economy

Climate

Education

Community

Is Waka a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Waka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Waka vs U.S. Average

Income: Waka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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