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Windthorst, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Windthorst is a small town in Texas with a population of 397. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
397 Population 159/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $33,096 per capita
$197,500 Home Value $286,888 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 46.4% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$197,500 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,500
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population397
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density159/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$33,096
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$429M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,500
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,888
Housing Units156
Rent Burden46.4%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured20.1%
Smoking14.5%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+82.1%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries1

Is Windthorst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windthorst receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Windthorst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windthorst is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Windthorst is $197,500, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Windthorst enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Windthorst has a population of 397 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 9.1% Hispanic.

Population

397
Total Population
159
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Windthorst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.6%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.4%
201% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Windthorst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windthorst is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Windthorst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,096
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$88,451

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)247
County GDP$429M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare14
Retail26
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,283
80% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Windthorst is $197,500, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,888.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,500
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,888

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden46.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%
Housing Units156
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,283
80% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Windthorst, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.3%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.3%
Uninsured20.1%
134% above US avg
Mental Health1:9,029
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits51.3%
Premature Death8,958/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access20.2%
Healthcare Facilities14
Windthorst has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density159/sq mi
Coordinates33.5770°N, 98.4349°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.4-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.5%
D 10.1%

Winner: Republican by 79.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+82.1%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density159/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants6
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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