Como, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $66,618

11% lower than US avg

Home Value $162,500

42% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.0%

85% lower than US avg

Median Rent $959

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.3%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.8%

5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population579

Median Age35.7 yrs

Density526/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

Median Income$66,618

Per Capita$43,970

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty11.8%

County GDP$2,662M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$162,500

Rent$959

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$265,750

Housing Units242

Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity39.3%

Uninsured22.4%

Smoking18.7%

Depression26.2%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain48.2 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation525 ft (160 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.0%

High School+67.6%

Graduate+1.4%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute32 min

Broadband84.3%

Libraries1

Is Como a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Como receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Como offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Como is $66,618, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Como is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Como enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Como has a population of 579 with a density of 526 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 45.4% male. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 73.1% of residents, while 26.9% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 10.4% of residents have a disability. 57.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

579

Total Population

526

People / sq mi

35.7yrs

Median Age

8% below US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%

Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Como vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	73.1%
	7% below US avg
Spanish	26.9%
	101% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Como vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Como is $66,618, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,970 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,052, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 979 business establishments, including 68 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 0.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Como vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$66,618
	11% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,970
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,052
IRS Avg AGI	$70,153

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.8%
	5% below US avg
Establishments (County)	979
County GDP	$2,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants	68
Healthcare	65
Retail	137
Manufacturing	43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,702
	63% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.7 min
Drive Alone	75.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Como is $162,500, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,750, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 242 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $5,702 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$162,500
	42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$265,750
Median List Price	$149,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$149,000
$/Sq Ft	$136
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.1%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$959
	18% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	61.1%
Housing Units	242
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,702
	63% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.51%

In Como, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 18.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.7% report binge drinking. 33.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.0% experience frequent mental distress. 22.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,135. The dentist ratio is 1:3,150. 49.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.3%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	12.8%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	33.9%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.7%
	34% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	33.6%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	21.0%
Physical Distress	16.6%
Short Sleep	40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	57.7%
Uninsured	22.4%
	160% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,135
Dentists	1:3,150
Mental Health	1:1,123
Checkup Rate	71.2%
Dental Visits	45.6%
Premature Death	10,186/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.0/10
Exercise Access	49.9%
Healthcare Facilities	65

Como enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 308 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 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	64.6°F
	20% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	48.2 inches
	27% above US avg
Snowfall	1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	525 ft (160 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density	526/sq mi
Coordinates	33.0597°N, 95.4752°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Hopkins County County
County FIPS	48223

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	45°F (7°C)	2.5 in	Coldest
February	48°F (9°C)	3.4 in
March	55°F (13°C)	4.0 in
April	63°F (17°C)	4.3 in
May	71°F (21°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	78°F (26°C)	4.0 in
July	84°F (29°C)	2.8 in	Warmest
August	82°F (28°C)	2.2 in	Driest
September	76°F (24°C)	3.8 in
October	65°F (18°C)	4.1 in
November	54°F (12°C)	3.9 in
December	46°F (8°C)	3.6 in

Como has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 45°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and August the driest (2.2").

Como is located in Hopkins County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 5.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 67.6% have completed high school. 1.4% 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 82% of the vote, a 64.6-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet access. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 65 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%

D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.0%
	85% below US avg
High School+	67.6%
Graduate Degree+	1.4%
School Test Score	5.10

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	526/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi
County	Hopkins County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	84.3%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	65
Restaurants	68
Retail Stores	137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.7 min
Drive Alone	75.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Como

What is the population of Como?

Como has a population of 579 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 526 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.6% female and 45.4% male.

Is Como expensive to live in?

Como has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $66,618, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $162,500 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Como?

Como enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Como?

The job market in Como is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,052. There are 979 business establishments in the area, including 68 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 0.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Como?

The median home value in Como is $162,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,750. For renters, the median monthly rent is $959. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $5,702.

How are the schools in Como?

Schools in Como score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.0% of adults in Como hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.6% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Como?

The obesity rate in Como is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.7% of adults are smokers. 33.6% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 22.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 49.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,135.

What is transportation like in Como?

The average commute in Como is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Como?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Como is 83.8% White, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 73.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 26.9% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 10.4% of residents have a disability. 57.7% have health insurance coverage.

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