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Dean, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Dean is a small town in Texas with a population of 469. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
469 Population 220/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $37,644 per capita
$219,800 Home Value
$670 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,800 home value, $670/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $219,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $670
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population469
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$37,644
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$433M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,800
Rent$670
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units209
Rent Burden19.0%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking14.3%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation991 ft (302 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 10%
Commute26 min
Broadband77.5%
Libraries1

Is Dean a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dean receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Dean stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dean is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dean is $219,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dean enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dean has a population of 469 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

469
Total Population
220
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dean vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dean vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dean is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Dean vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,644
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$70,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$433M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail25
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,672
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dean is $219,800, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,800
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units209
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,672
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Dean, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,566
Mental Health1:3,579
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death9,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access6.9%
Healthcare Facilities8
Dean has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates33.9162°N, 98.4015°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48077
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.7-point margin. 77.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.5%
D 9.9%

Winner: Republican by 79.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density220/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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