Median Income $74,038

1% lower than US avg

Home Value $237,500

16% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.9%

71% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.0%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.6%

10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population309

Median Age55.1 yrs

Density71/mi²

Male / Female28% / 73%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median Income$74,038

Per Capita$55,931

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty13.6%

County GDP$1,853M

Commute37 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$237,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units533

Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity37.0%

Uninsured15.5%

Smoking20.3%

Depression28.3%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain57.1 in/yr

Sunny Days306/yr

Elevation97 ft (30 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.9%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%

Commute37 min

Broadband93.1%

Libraries4

Is Wildwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wildwood receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Wildwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wildwood is $74,038, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wildwood is $237,500, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wildwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wildwood has a population of 309 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

309

Total Population

People / sq mi

55.1yrs

Median Age

42% above US avg

4.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.5%

Female 72.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wildwood is $74,038, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Wildwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$74,038
	1% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$55,931
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,008
IRS Avg AGI	$80,313

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.6%
	10% above US avg
Establishments (County)	974
County GDP	$1,853M

Business (County)

Restaurants	89
Healthcare	66
Retail	154
Manufacturing	26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,163
	76% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	36.6 min
Drive Alone	78.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wildwood is $237,500, 16% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$237,500
	16% below US avg
Median List Price	$307,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$307,000
$/Sq Ft	$187
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.7%
Price Drops	41.2%
Inventory	17

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.8%
Housing Units	533
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,163
	76% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.59%

In Wildwood, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.3% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.0%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	11.9%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	35.0%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	9.2%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.3%
	45% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	30.5%
Depression	28.3%
Mental Distress	22.1%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.5%
Uninsured	15.5%
	80% above US avg
Primary Care	1:5,697
Dentists	1:3,613
Mental Health	1:1,821
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	51.5%
Premature Death	11,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	66.5%
Healthcare Facilities	66

Wildwood has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.1 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	68.0°F
	26% above US avg
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	57.1 inches
	50% above US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	97 ft (30 m)
Area	4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density	71/sq mi
Coordinates	30.5253°N, 94.4487°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48199

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%

D 11.9%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.9%
	71% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	71/sq mi
Total Area	4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.1%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	66
Restaurants	89
Retail Stores	154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	36.6 min
Drive Alone	78.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.7%

Wildwood, TX

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

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Is Wildwood a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

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Race & Ethnicity

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

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Social Characteristics

Wildwood vs U.S. Average

Income: Wildwood vs U.S.

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Employment & Poverty

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Tax & Cost of Living

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Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

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Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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