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Wildorado, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Wildorado is a small town in Texas with a population of 178. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
178 Population 76/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $19,601 per capita
$76,300 Home Value $318,067 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,300 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,300
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.8%
140% higher than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$19,601
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.8%
County GDP$404M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$318,067
Housing Units76
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured14.0%
Smoking16.7%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,927 ft (1,197 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute22 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries1

Is Wildorado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wildorado receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Wildorado offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wildorado is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wildorado is $76,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wildorado enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wildorado has a population of 178 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

178
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Wildorado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wildorado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wildorado is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Wildorado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,601
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$70,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.8%
140% above US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$404M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare3
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wildorado is $76,300, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $318,067.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,300
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$318,067

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.7%
Housing Units76
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Effective Rate6.88%
In Wildorado, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured14.0%
63% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits50.7%
Premature Death9,694/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.5/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities3
Wildorado has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,927 ft (1,197 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates35.2092°N, 102.2095°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48359
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 84.3-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.9%
D 7.6%

Winner: Republican by 84.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants7
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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