Home Value $90,700

68% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.7%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 9.5%

164% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.7%

67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population103

Median Age46.8 yrs

Density74/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 76%

Veterans88.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$23,706

Unemployment9.5%

Poverty20.7%

County GDP$49,615M

Commute49 min

Housing

Home Value$90,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$344,217

Housing Units84

Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity36.7%

Uninsured18.5%

Smoking12.8%

Depression22.5%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain50.2 in/yr

Sunny Days314/yr

Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+44.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%

Commute49 min

Broadband54.0%

Libraries15

Is Damon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Damon receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Damon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Damon is $90,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Damon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Damon has a population of 103 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 6.8% Hispanic.

Population

103

Total Population

People / sq mi

46.8yrs

Median Age

20% above US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Damon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	78.7%
	0% below US avg
Spanish	21.3%
	59% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Damon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Damon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Damon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$23,706
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,203
IRS Avg AGI	$110,221

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.5%
	164% above US avg
Poverty Rate	20.7%
	67% above US avg
Establishments (County)	18,369
County GDP	$49,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,517
Healthcare	2,621
Retail	2,331
Manufacturing	411

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,359
	196% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	11.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	48.6 min
Drive Alone	76.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Damon is $90,700, 68% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $344,217.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$90,700
	68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$344,217

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.0%

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	74.1%
Housing Units	84
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,359
	196% above US avg
Effective Rate	11.42%

In Damon, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.7%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	32.4%
Asthma	9.5%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.8%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	25.8%
Depression	22.5%
Mental Distress	17.7%
Physical Distress	12.8%
Short Sleep	40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	27.8%
Uninsured	18.5%
	115% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,181
Dentists	1:1,720
Mental Health	1:841
Checkup Rate	73.8%
Dental Visits	59.9%
Premature Death	5,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	89.5%
Healthcare Facilities	2,621

Damon has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. The area enjoys 314 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	69.5°F
	29% above US avg
January Average	53°F (12°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.2 inches
	32% above US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	105 ft (32 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density	74/sq mi
Coordinates	29.2832°N, 95.7408°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48157

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%

D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	44.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	74/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	54.0%
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	15
Healthcare Facilities	2,621
Restaurants	1,517
Retail Stores	2,331

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	35
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	48.6 min
Drive Alone	76.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	23.8%

Damon, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Damon a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Damon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Damon vs U.S. Average

Income: Damon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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