Median Income
$51,912
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$133,900
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Cameron Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population177
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female66% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$51,912
Per Capita$32,715
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,057M
Housing
A+
Home Value$133,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,460
Health
Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Education
B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+92.9%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 93% / D 7%
CommuteN/A
Broadband98.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries7
Is Cameron a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cameron receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cameron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cameron is $51,912, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cameron is $133,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Cameron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Cameron has a population of 177 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.
Population
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Cameron is $51,912, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,912 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,715 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,237 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,721 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 158 |
| County GDP | $1,057M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,500 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.87% |
The median home value in Cameron is $133,900, 53% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,460.
Home Values
| Census Median | $133,900 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $215,460 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $921 |
| 1 Bedroom | $928 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,217 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,459 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,611 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,500 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.87% |
In Cameron, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cameron vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.4% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 29.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,694/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Cameron vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Cameron has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above US avg |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 60.2 inches |
| 58% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.7952°N, 93.2915°W |
| County FIPS | 22023 |