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Carbon, TX

Texas · Eastland County

Carbon is a small town in Texas with a population of 285. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
285 Population 279/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $43,965 per capita
$57,800 Home Value $190,333 Zillow
$1,528 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,800 home value, $1,528/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,528
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density279/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans16.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$43,965
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$906M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,800
Rent$1,528
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,333
Housing Units181
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured19.4%
Smoking18.4%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain29.2 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,600 ft (488 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+82.9%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute35 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries3

Is Carbon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carbon 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. Carbon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carbon is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carbon is $57,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,528 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Carbon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Carbon has a population of 285 with a density of 279 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

285
Total Population
279
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Carbon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.6%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.4%
164% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Carbon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carbon is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Carbon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,965
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$62,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)530
County GDP$906M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare45
Retail82
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,219
78% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Carbon is $57,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,528 (31% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,333.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,800
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,333

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,528
31% above US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%
Housing Units181
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,219
78% above US avg
Effective Rate10.76%
In Carbon, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.1%
Uninsured19.4%
126% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,466
Dentists1:2,991
Mental Health1:1,804
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits44.3%
Premature Death12,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities45
Carbon has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.2 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.2 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,600 ft (488 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density279/sq mi
Coordinates32.2684°N, 98.8272°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEastland County County
County FIPS48133
Carbon is located in Eastland County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.5-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.5%
D 11%

Winner: Republican by 77.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+82.9%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density279/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyEastland County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants57
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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