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Winfield, TX

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Winfield is a small town in Texas with a population of 587. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
587 Population 753/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $19,269 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$738 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $738/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age27.2 yrs
Density753/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$19,269
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty26.0%
County GDP$658M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units138
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured27.7%
Smoking13.7%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+53.6%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries2

Is Winfield a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winfield is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winfield is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Winfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Winfield has a population of 587 with a density of 753 people per square mile. The median age is 27.2 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.2%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 3.7% Black.

Population

587
Total Population
753
People / sq mi
27.2yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Winfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only35.1%
55% below US avg
Spanish64.9%
384% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Winfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winfield is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Winfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$19,269
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$67,632

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$658M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare16
Retail24
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,928
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Winfield is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.4%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,928
69% above US avg
Effective Rate7.90%
In Winfield, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.2%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Uninsured27.7%
222% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,488
Dentists1:2,654
Mental Health1:2,684
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits48.3%
Premature Death11,460/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access12.2%
Healthcare Facilities16
Winfield has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density753/sq mi
Coordinates33.1654°N, 95.1112°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+53.6%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density753/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants17
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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