Palestine

TX

Anderson County, Texas

Population 58K |Median income $62,068 |1 hospital

Population
58,439
Anderson County
Median Income
$62,068
-9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$185,300
-19% vs avg
Median Age
39.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
58K+0%
Median Income
$62,068+53%
Median Home Value
$185,300+126%
Poverty Rate
17.4%-14%
Unemployment
5.9%-19%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Poverty Rate
17.4% +23% vs avg
Unemployment 5.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 15.4%
Work From Home 5%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 58.3%
African American 18.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.8%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41.8%
Obesity
39.9%
High Blood Pressure
38.6%
Physical Inactivity
30.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
19.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
Binge Drinking
17.9%
Current Smoking
17.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.9%
Diabetes
13.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 72.7%
Dental Visit 50.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.9%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
PALESTINE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
PALESTINE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Palestine 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 Palestine, TX? ▼
Palestine, TX has a population of 58,439 people, located in Anderson County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Palestine? ▼
The median household income in Palestine, TX is $62,068 per year. The poverty rate is 17.4%.
What is the median home value in Palestine? ▼
The median home value in Palestine, TX is $185,300. Median rent is $1,041/month.
What are the top health concerns in Palestine? ▼
The top health indicators in Palestine include Short Sleep Duration (41.8%), Obesity (39.9%), High Blood Pressure (38.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Palestine? ▼
Palestine has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Palestine? ▼
The median age in Palestine, TX is 39.7 years. 15.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Palestine, TX is located in Anderson County, Texas. With a population of 58K and a median household income of $62,068, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Palestine 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 (Anderson 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.