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Dayton Lakes, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Dayton Lakes is a small town in Texas with a population of 84. Residents earn $15,000 per year, which is 80% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
84 Population 98/sq mi density
$15,000 Median Income $4,961 per capita
$73,300 Home Value
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$15,000 median income, 18.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$73,300 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $15,000
80% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.1%
403% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 90.0%
626% higher than US avg

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

People

Population84
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$15,000
Per Capita$4,961
Unemployment18.1%
Poverty90.0%
County GDP$3,305M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$73,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units43
Rent Burden32.1%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation32 ft (10 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+51.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute32 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries4

Is Dayton Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dayton Lakes receives an overall livability score of 2.4 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, below-average incomes. Dayton Lakes has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dayton Lakes is $15,000, 80% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 90.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dayton Lakes is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dayton Lakes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dayton Lakes has a population of 84 with a density of 98 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%).

Population

84
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dayton Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dayton Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dayton Lakes is $15,000, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 90.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Dayton Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$15,000
80% below US avg
Per Capita Income$4,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$60,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.1%
403% above US avg
Poverty Rate90.0%
626% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,298
County GDP$3,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants121
Healthcare109
Retail205
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,039
73% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.24%

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Dayton Lakes is $73,300, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,300
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

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 Units43
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,039
73% above US avg
Effective Rate8.24%
Dayton Lakes has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.8 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.8 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation32 ft (10 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates30.1436°N, 94.8158°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48291
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+51.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants121
Retail Stores205

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

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

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