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Wilson, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Wilson is a small town in Texas with a population of 528. Residents earn $45,441 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
528 Population 812/sq mi density
$45,441 Median Income $20,616 per capita
$118,800 Home Value $269,291 Zillow
$954 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$45,441 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,800 home value, $954/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,441
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.0%
174% higher than US avg

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

People

Population528
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density812/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,441
Per Capita$20,616
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty34.0%
County GDP$353M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,800
Rent$954
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,291
Housing Units186
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured23.1%
Smoking12.4%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation3,124 ft (952 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+77.6%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score5.69

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute36 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries1

Is Wilson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilson receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Wilson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilson is $45,441, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 34.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilson is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Wilson has a population of 528 with a density of 812 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (27.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

528
Total Population
812
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.2%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.8%
93% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilson is $45,441, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Wilson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,441
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,616
Avg Weekly Wage$1,216
IRS Avg AGI$88,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$353M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail12
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,233
135% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone68.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilson is $118,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,291.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,800
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,291

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$954
18% below US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,077
1 Bedroom$1,177
2 Bedrooms$1,426
3 Bedrooms$1,830
4 Bedrooms$2,132

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units186
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,233
135% above US avg
Effective Rate6.93%
In Wilson, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.3%
Cancer5.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Uninsured23.1%
169% above US avg
Primary Care1:948
Dentists1:5,724
Mental Health1:1,920
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death13,311/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities4
Wilson has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %100.0%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation3,124 ft (952 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density812/sq mi
Coordinates33.3193°N, 101.7275°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48305
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.3-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.5%

Winner: Republican by 70.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+77.6%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score5.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density812/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone68.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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