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Camp Wood, TX

Texas · Edwards County

Camp Wood is a small town in Texas with a population of 829. Residents earn $47,008 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
829 Population 1,658/sq mi density
$47,008 Median Income $14,106 per capita
$63,300 Home Value $201,577 Zillow
$862 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,008 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,300 home value, $862/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
0.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,008
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.9%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population829
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density1,658/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,008
Per Capita$14,106
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$76M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,300
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,577
Housing Units225
Rent Burden16.8%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured21.1%
Smoking16.5%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.7 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation1,463 ft (446 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.9%
High School+75.1%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute45 min
Broadband53.1%
Libraries1

Is Camp Wood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camp Wood receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, long commute times. Camp Wood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camp Wood is $47,008, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camp Wood is $63,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Camp Wood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Camp Wood has a population of 829 with a density of 1,658 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

829
Total Population
1,658
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.1%
Female 35.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Camp Wood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.1%
3% above US avg
Spanish18.9%
41% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Camp Wood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camp Wood is $47,008, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Camp Wood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,008
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,106
Avg Weekly Wage$769
IRS Avg AGI$69,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)73
County GDP$76M

Business (County)

Healthcare3
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.7 min
Drive Alone50.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Camp Wood is $63,300, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,577.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,300
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,577

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.6%
Housing Units225
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

In Camp Wood, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Camp Wood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.4%
Uninsured21.1%
145% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,438
Mental Health1:1,393
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits49.4%
Premature Death9,166/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access1.1%
Healthcare Facilities3
Camp Wood has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.7 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.7 inches
27% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,463 ft (446 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,658/sq mi
Coordinates29.6690°N, 100.0109°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEdwards County County
County FIPS48137
Camp Wood is located in Edwards County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.2-point margin. 53.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.5%
D 13.2%

Winner: Republican by 73.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.9%
97% below US avg
High School+75.1%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,658/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyEdwards County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.7 min
Drive Alone50.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

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