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Zephyr, TX

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Zephyr is a small town in Texas with a population of 215. Residents earn $29,543 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
215 Population 141/sq mi density
$29,543 Median Income $22,815 per capita
$65,000 Home Value $396,168 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$29,543 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,543
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density141/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$29,543
Per Capita$22,815
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$396,168
Housing Units123
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity32.6%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking15.4%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,514 ft (461 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+65.6%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute18 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries2

Is Zephyr a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zephyr is $29,543, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zephyr is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Zephyr enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Zephyr has a population of 215 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

215
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Zephyr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.2%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.8%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Zephyr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zephyr is $29,543, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Zephyr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,543
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,815
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$64,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)960
County GDP$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare113
Retail138
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit4.9%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Zephyr is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $396,168.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$396,168

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$97
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio77.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.4%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Effective Rate10.65%
In Zephyr, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.1%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,910
Dentists1:2,741
Mental Health1:490
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits56.4%
Premature Death11,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities113
Zephyr has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.6 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.6 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,514 ft (461 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates31.6792°N, 98.7912°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.9-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.6%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 73.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+65.6%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density141/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants87
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit4.9%
Work from Home1.9%

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