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Whiteface, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Whiteface is a small town in Texas with a population of 390. Residents earn $39,583 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
390 Population 661/sq mi density
$39,583 Median Income $21,461 per capita
$70,300 Home Value $48,029 Zillow
$782 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$39,583 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,300 home value, $782/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,583
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $782
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population390
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density661/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,583
Per Capita$21,461
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$291M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,300
Rent$782
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$48,029
Housing Units195
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured29.0%
Smoking20.6%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,680 ft (1,122 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+78.2%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries1

Is Whiteface a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whiteface receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Whiteface offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whiteface is $39,583, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whiteface is $70,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Whiteface enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Whiteface has a population of 390 with a density of 661 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

390
Total Population
661
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Whiteface vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.7%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.3%
119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Whiteface vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whiteface is $39,583, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Whiteface vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,583
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,461
Avg Weekly Wage$1,136
IRS Avg AGI$57,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$291M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare5
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Whiteface is $70,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $782 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $48,029.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,300
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$48,029

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$782
33% below US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%
Housing Units195
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

In Whiteface, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 39.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes16.6%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.2%
Cancer5.6%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity39.7%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress18.6%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Uninsured29.0%
237% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,516
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits43.8%
Premature Death14,047/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access1.5%
Healthcare Facilities5
Whiteface has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,680 ft (1,122 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density661/sq mi
Coordinates33.5996°N, 102.6134°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+78.2%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density661/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants4
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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