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Wickett, TX

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Wickett is a small town in Texas with a population of 644. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
644 Population 907/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $26,085 per capita
$88,100 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,100 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $88,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population644
Median Age23.6 yrs
Density907/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$26,085
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$5,273M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,100
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units219
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured22.6%
Smoking16.8%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,657 ft (810 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+0.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute15 min
Broadband81.9%
Libraries3

Is Wickett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wickett receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Wickett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wickett is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wickett is $88,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wickett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wickett has a population of 644 with a density of 907 people per square mile. The median age is 23.6 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.5%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 3.3% Black.

Population

644
Total Population
907
People / sq mi
23.6yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.2%
Female 32.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wickett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.3%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.7%
92% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wickett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wickett is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Wickett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,085
Avg Weekly Wage$1,555
IRS Avg AGI$76,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)403
County GDP$5,273M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare10
Retail29
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,430
27% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Wickett is $88,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,100
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.3%
Housing Units219
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,430
27% above US avg
Effective Rate5.03%
In Wickett, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Uninsured22.6%
163% above US avg
Primary Care1:11,194
Mental Health1:5,483
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits44.9%
Premature Death12,790/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access85.7%
Healthcare Facilities10
Wickett has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,657 ft (810 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density907/sq mi
Coordinates31.5673°N, 103.0059°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48475
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.1-point margin. 81.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.7%

Winner: Republican by 66.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+0.3%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density907/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants39
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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