Texas
Cameron is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,385. Residents earn $57,126 per year, which is 24% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cameron receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cameron has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Cameron is $57,126, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Cameron is $112,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 444 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,277 per 100,000, 67% above the national average.
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Cameron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 61.
| English Only | 74.1% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 25.9% |
| 93% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,126 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,767 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,028 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,239 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.0% |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 519 |
| County GDP | $951M |
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,179 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.48% |
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
| Census Median | $112,800 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $244,642 |
| Census Median Rent | $942 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Studio | $773 |
| 1 Bedroom | $866 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,047 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,414 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,479 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,179 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.48% |
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.5% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,214/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Total Violent | 444.4/100K |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 18.5/100K |
| Robbery | 129.6/100K |
| Assault | 296.2/100K |
| Total Property | 3,277.2/100K |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 777.6/100K |
| Theft | 2,407.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 92.6/100K |
| Arson | 18.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.6 inches |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 61.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 27.1% |
| Unhealthy Days | 61 |
| Elevation | 409 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,028/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8608°N, 96.9762°W |
| County FIPS | 48331 |
Winner: Republican by 57.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.9% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.14 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,028/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Retail Stores | 71 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 23.1 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |