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Carmine, TX

Texas · Washington County

Carmine is a small town in Texas with a population of 196. Residents earn $50,833 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
196 Population 120/sq mi density
$50,833 Median Income $31,381 per capita
$257,400 Home Value $620,920 Zillow
$1,679 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$50,833 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$257,400 home value, $1,679/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,833
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $257,400
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,679
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density120/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,833
Per Capita$31,381
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$3,022M
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$257,400
Rent$1,679
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$620,920
Housing Units158
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking14.3%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation424 ft (129 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries1

Is Carmine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carmine receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Carmine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carmine is $50,833, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carmine is $257,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,679 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Carmine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Carmine has a population of 196 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.5%).

Population

196
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.6%
Female 68.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Carmine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carmine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carmine is $50,833, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carmine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,833
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,381
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$88,541

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,088
County GDP$3,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare100
Retail148
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,255
107% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Carmine is $257,400, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,679 (44% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $620,920.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,400
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$620,920

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,679
44% above US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units158
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,255
107% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Carmine, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,631
Dentists1:2,009
Mental Health1:1,121
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death8,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities100
Carmine has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation424 ft (129 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates30.1485°N, 96.6907°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWashington County County
County FIPS48477
Carmine is located in Washington County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.8%
32% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density120/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyWashington County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants94
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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