What are the schools like in Ponder, TX?

Ponder is served primarily by PONDER ISD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.7:1.

What is the median household income in Ponder?

The median household income in Ponder, TX is $98,227 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.

What is the weather like in Ponder, TX?

Ponder has an average high temperature of 55.7°F in January and 95.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.1 inches.

Ponder, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Ponder, TX affordable or expensive?

Ponder's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ponder is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $253,400 and the median rent is $2,045 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ponder, TX?

Ponder has a violent crime rate of 133.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1093.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Ponder, TX a Good Place to Live?

Ponder is a small town of 2,421 in Texas, with a median household income of $98,227 and a 4.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Ponder stands out for solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Ponder is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ponder city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 103.3

Ponder's overall cost of living index is 103.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ponder costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Ponder, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$253,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,045	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$98,227	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Ponder's violent crime rate is 133.1 per 100,000 residents — 65% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

133.1 /100k

Property Crime

1093.8 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Ponder is served primarily by PONDER ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ponder, TX	National Avg
School District	PONDER ISD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ponder sees average highs of 55.7°F in January and 95.7°F in July, with 35.6 inches of annual precipitation and 0.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ponder, TX
Average High — January	55.7°F
Average High — July	95.7°F
Annual Precipitation	35.6"
Annual Snowfall	0.1"

Demographics

Metric	Ponder, TX	National Avg
Population	2,421	—
Median Age	31.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	81.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.7%	18.9%
Asian	2.1%	6.3%
Under 18	32.8%	22.2%
65 and over	11.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

DISH, TX 3 mi Justin, TX 6 mi Draper, TX 6 mi Northlake, TX 7 mi Krum, TX 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Ponder

Ponder, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

76259

Ponder vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ponder, TX affordable or expensive?

Ponder's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Ponder roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $253,400 and median rent is $2,045/month.

What is the crime rate in Ponder, TX?

Ponder's violent crime rate is 133.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1093.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Ponder?

Public schools in Ponder are operated by PONDER ISD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.7:1. 31.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ponder, TX a good place to live?

Ponder, TX has a population of 2,421, a median household income of $98,227, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Ponder?

Ponder averages 55.7°F in January and 95.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.6 inches with about 0.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ponder?

Ponder, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 76259.

What is the population of Ponder?

The population of Ponder, Texas is 2,421 with a median age of 31.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ponder?

Key numbers for living in Ponder: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $253,400, median household income $98,227, crime index 42 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ponder side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.