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Zavalla, TX

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Zavalla is a small town in Texas with a population of 598. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
598 Population 286/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $27,373 per capita
$67,600 Home Value $162,088 Zillow
$856 Median Rent 14.8% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,600 home value, $856/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,600
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population598
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density286/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$27,373
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$4,478M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,600
Rent$856
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,088
Housing Units315
Rent Burden14.8%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured15.0%
Smoking19.8%
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation250 ft (76 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.9%
Libraries3

Is Zavalla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zavalla receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Zavalla has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zavalla is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zavalla is $67,600, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Zavalla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Zavalla has a population of 598 with a density of 286 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 10.5% Hispanic.

Population

598
Total Population
286
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Zavalla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Zavalla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zavalla is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Zavalla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,373
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$67,415

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,952
County GDP$4,478M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare302
Retail309
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,753
93% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Zavalla is $67,600, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,088.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,600
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,088

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% below US avg
Rent Burden14.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%
Housing Units315
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,753
93% above US avg
Effective Rate9.99%
In Zavalla, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 29.4% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep42.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.4%
Uninsured15.0%
74% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits42.3%
Premature Death12,483/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities302
Zavalla has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.0 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.0 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation250 ft (76 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density286/sq mi
Coordinates31.1585°N, 94.4189°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52-point margin. 85.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density286/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities302
Restaurants165
Retail Stores309

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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