Gainesville

TX

Cooke County, Texas

Population 43K |Median income $73,932 |2 hospitals

Population
43,046
Cooke County
Median Income
$73,932
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$240,400
+6% vs avg
Median Age
40.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
43K+12%
Median Income
$73,932+48%
Median Home Value
$240,400+105%
Poverty Rate
13.5%-9%
Unemployment
4.5%-50%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,047/mo
Poverty Rate
13.5% -5% vs avg
Unemployment 4.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.7%
Work From Home 7.2%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 77.2%
African American 3.2%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.7%
High Blood Pressure
37.4%
Obesity
36.1%
Physical Inactivity
27.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Binge Drinking
16.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
15.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.6%
Current Smoking
14.5%
Diabetes
13%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.1%
Dental Visit 56.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
NORTH TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER
GAINESVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Gainesville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Gainesville, TX? ▼
Gainesville, TX has a population of 43,046 people, located in Cooke County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Gainesville? ▼
The median household income in Gainesville, TX is $73,932 per year. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
What is the median home value in Gainesville? ▼
The median home value in Gainesville, TX is $240,400. Median rent is $1,047/month.
What are the top health concerns in Gainesville? ▼
The top health indicators in Gainesville include Short Sleep Duration (37.7%), High Blood Pressure (37.4%), Obesity (36.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Gainesville? ▼
Gainesville has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Gainesville? ▼
The median age in Gainesville, TX is 40.5 years. 23.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Gainesville, TX is located in Cooke County, Texas. With a population of 43K and a median household income of $73,932, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Gainesville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Cooke County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.