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Carlton, TX

Texas · Hamilton County

Carlton is a small town in Texas with a population of 12.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12 Population 15/sq mi density
65°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$386M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$357,255
Housing Units49
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured18.1%
Smoking13.1%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,333 ft (406 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute32 min
Broadband12.0%
Libraries1

Is Carlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlton receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Carlton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Carlton has a population of 12 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 0% female and 100% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 12.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 0.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlton is N/A. The average weekly wage is $928, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 276 business establishments, including 26 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Carlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$101,917

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$386M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare24
Retail52
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,914
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,255. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 49 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $6,914 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$357,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units49
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,914
98% above US avg
In Carlton, 36.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 31.7% have high blood pressure. 13.1% are current smokers. 19.0% report binge drinking. 26.9% are physically inactive. 22.9% report depression. 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 18.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,029. The dentist ratio is 1:1,660. 37.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured18.1%
110% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,029
Dentists1:1,660
Mental Health1:958
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits55.6%
Premature Death11,511/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities24
Carlton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,333 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,333 ft (406 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates31.9197°N, 98.1714°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHamilton County County
County FIPS48193
Carlton is located in Hamilton County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 85.3% of the vote, a 71.3-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 24 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.3%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyHamilton County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants26
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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