Waelder, TX—78959
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Waelder, TX
Waelder, TX lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $316,000 | -1.6% |
| Single Family | $316,000 | -1.9% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | N/A | N/A |
3 Bed | N/A | N/A |
4 Bed | N/A | N/A |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Waelder, TX
Waelder, TX lacks sufficient rental market data for analysis.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| 2 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 3 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Waelder, TX
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Waelder, TX is 137. This is a increase of 76.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 33.0%, representing a large inventory and a lot of supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $810,000 | 135.0% |
Listing Count | 6 | -5.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.5% | -5.0% |
Days on Market | 137 | 76.0% |
Demographics — Waelder, TX
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Waelder, TX has a population of 1,400, which has decreased by -26.0% over the past 5 years. Waelder, TX is a less popular place for families, as children make up 10.3% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 16.1% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are some residents working remotely, with 20.1% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 1,400 | -26.0% |
% Under 18 | 10.3% | -53.4% |
% Seniors | 30.0% | 52.3% |
% WFH | 20.1% | 252.6% |
% w/ College Degree | 16.1% | 101.3% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Waelder, TX is a predominantly hispanic area, with 49.5% of the population identifying as hispanic. The hispanic population has shrunk by 31.1% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Waelder, TX is white, making up 36.5% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 16.0% of the population in Waelder, TX, and this percentage has decreased by 39.2% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 36.5% | 70.6% |
% Black | 10.0% | 61.3% |
% Hispanic | 49.5% | -31.1% |
% Asian | 0.6% | 50.0% |
% Foreign Born | 16.0% | -39.2% |
Mortgage and Risk — Waelder, TX
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 30 mortgage originations in Waelder, TX, of which 87.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 75.0%, with 33.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Waelder, TX. Investor activity is low, as 0.0% of loans were by investors. 10.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 30 |
% Conventional Loans | 87.0% |
% Government Loans | 13.0% |
% Investor Loans | 0.0% |
% Second Loans | 10.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 10.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Waelder, TX
Waelder, TX lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 45 |
Total Units Section 8 | 0 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 0.0% |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $280 | $1,200 | $1,480 |
| 2 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,740 |
| 3 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $2,230 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $2,560 |
Affordability — Waelder, TX
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 6.8 |
| Median Home Price | $316,000 |
| Median Household Income | $51,000 |