Wake Village, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Wake Village is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,887. Residents earn $69,796 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
5,887 Population 1,969/sq mi density
$69,796 Median Income $31,158 per capita
$172,900 Home Value $199,264 Zillow
$1,061 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
182 Violent Crime/100K 2,406 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$69,796 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,900 home value, $1,061/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
182 violent crimes/100K (52% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,796
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,900
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 182/100K
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,061
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,887
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density1,969/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,796
Per Capita$31,158
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$5,214M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,900
Rent$1,061
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,264

Crime

F
Violent182/100K
Property2,406/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault128/100K
Burglary565/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation352 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Wake Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wake Village receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Wake Village offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wake Village is $69,796, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wake Village is $172,900, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,061 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wake Village is below the national average at 182 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,406 per 100,000, 23% above the national average.

Education

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wake Village enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wake Village has a population of 5,887 with a density of 1,969 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.9%), with 24.5% Black.

Population

5,887
Total Population
1,969
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wake Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wake Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wake Village is $69,796, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wake Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,796
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,158
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$66,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,482
County GDP$5,214M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare301
Retail384
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,355
110% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Wake Village is $172,900, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,061 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,264.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,900
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,264
Median List Price$186,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$186,500
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops27.0%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,061
9% 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-Occupied54.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,355
110% above US avg
Effective Rate4.25%
In Wake Village, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wake Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death12,278/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access51.4%
Healthcare Facilities301
Wake Village has a violent crime rate of 182 per 100,000 residents, 52% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,406 per 100,000 (23% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent182.3/100K
52% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery54.7/100K
Assault127.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,405.7/100K
23% above US avg
Burglary565.0/100K
Theft1,713.1/100K
Vehicle Theft127.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wake Village has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation352 ft (107 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density1,969/sq mi
Coordinates33.4238°N, 94.1270°W
County FIPS48037
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,969/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities301
Restaurants208
Retail Stores384

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home0.5%

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