Daingerfield, TX

Texas

Daingerfield is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,492. Residents earn $47,697 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,492 Population 1,013/sq mi density
$47,697 Median Income $26,663 per capita
$101,700 Home Value $164,940 Zillow
$808 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
238 Violent Crime/100K 5,200 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$47,697 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,700 home value, $808/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
238 violent crimes/100K (37% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,697
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,700
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 238/100K
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $808
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,492
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density1,013/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,697
Per Capita$26,663
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$869M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,700
Rent$808
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,940

Crime

F
Violent238/100K
Property5,200/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault79/100K
Burglary1,985/100K

Health

Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Elevation404 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Libraries2

Is Daingerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Daingerfield receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Daingerfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Daingerfield is $47,697, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Daingerfield is $101,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $808 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Daingerfield is below the national average at 238 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,200 per 100,000, 165% above the national average.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Daingerfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Daingerfield has a population of 2,492 with a density of 1,013 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.3%), with 5.6% Hispanic, 31.2% Black.

Population

2,492
Total Population
1,013
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Daingerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Daingerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Daingerfield is $47,697, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Daingerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,697
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,663
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$51,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$869M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare13
Retail35
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,525
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Daingerfield is $101,700, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $808 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,940.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,700
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,940

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$808
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,525
1% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Daingerfield, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death13,733/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access4.8%
Healthcare Facilities13
Daingerfield has a violent crime rate of 238 per 100,000 residents, 37% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,200 per 100,000 (165% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Daingerfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent238.2/100K
37% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery158.8/100K
Assault79.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,200.5/100K
165% above US avg
Burglary1,984.9/100K
Theft3,136.2/100K
Vehicle Theft79.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Daingerfield has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density1,013/sq mi
Coordinates33.0305°N, 94.7259°W
County FIPS48343
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 51.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,013/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants15
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home5.5%

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