Median Income $49,375

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $61,300

78% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.9%

56% lower than US avg

Median Rent $520

55% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.3%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.3%

65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population236

Median Age31.4 yrs

Density225/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans2.5%

Economy

Median Income$49,375

Per Capita$27,169

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty4.3%

County GDP$299M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$61,300

Rent$520

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units139

Rent Burden17.0%

Health

Obesity37.3%

Uninsured15.6%

Smoking18.0%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain25.4 in/yr

Sunny Days328/yr

Elevation1,478 ft (450 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.9%

High School+95.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%

Commute22 min

Broadband61.0%

Libraries1

Is Benjamin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benjamin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Benjamin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benjamin is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Benjamin is $61,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $520 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Benjamin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Benjamin has a population of 236 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%).

Population

236

Total Population

225

People / sq mi

31.4yrs

Median Age

19% below US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%

Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Benjamin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.4%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.6%
	51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benjamin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benjamin is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Benjamin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,375
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,169
Avg Weekly Wage	$996
IRS Avg AGI	$55,922

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.3%
	65% below US avg
Establishments (County)	148
County GDP	$299M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	4
Retail	19

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.3 min
Drive Alone	92.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Benjamin is $61,300, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $520 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$61,300
	78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$520
	55% below US avg
Rent Burden	17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.6%
Housing Units	139
Median Year Built	1950

Property Tax

In Benjamin, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.3%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	34.6%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	8.1%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.0%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	28.7%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%
Uninsured	15.6%
	81% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,351
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	52.9%
Premature Death	13,276/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	77.3%
Healthcare Facilities	4

Benjamin has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	63.6°F
	18% above US avg
January Average	42°F (6°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.4 inches
	33% below US avg
Snowfall	1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,478 ft (450 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	225/sq mi
Coordinates	33.5836°N, 99.7929°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Knox County County
County FIPS	48275

Benjamin is located in Knox County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.5-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84%

D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 68.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.9%
	56% below US avg
High School+	95.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	225/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi
County	Knox County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	61.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	4
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.3 min
Drive Alone	92.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Benjamin, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Benjamin a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Benjamin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Benjamin vs U.S. Average

Income: Benjamin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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