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Weir, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Weir is a small town in Texas with a population of 474. Residents earn $95,385 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
474 Population 260/sq mi density
$95,385 Median Income $26,788 per capita
$178,500 Home Value
67°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$95,385 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,500 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,385
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $178,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population474
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,385
Per Capita$26,788
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$44,610M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units154
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured19.6%
Smoking10.7%
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation678 ft (207 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+79.1%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute22 min
Broadband78.1%
Libraries11

Is Weir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weir receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Weir offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weir is $95,385, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weir is $178,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Weir enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Weir has a population of 474 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

474
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Weir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.1%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.9%
213% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Weir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weir is $95,385, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Weir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,385
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,788
Avg Weekly Wage$1,545
IRS Avg AGI$110,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,692
County GDP$44,610M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,297
Healthcare1,657
Retail1,626
Manufacturing387

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,871
182% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Weir is $178,500, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,500
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,871
182% above US avg
Effective Rate5.53%
In Weir, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.6%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.4%
Uninsured19.6%
128% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,465
Dentists1:1,638
Mental Health1:560
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death5,175/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access91.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Weir has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation678 ft (207 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates30.6767°N, 97.5911°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48491
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin. 78.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+79.1%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density260/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Restaurants1,297
Retail Stores1,626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

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