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Dell City, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Dell City is a small town in Texas with a population of 74. Residents earn $24,271 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
74 Population 44/sq mi density
$24,271 Median Income $21,996 per capita
$51,400 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$24,271 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,400 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,271
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,400
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population74
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,271
Per Capita$21,996
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$215M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units104
Rent Burden23.7%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured35.1%
Smoking19.1%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,697 ft (1,127 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+69.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute13 min
Broadband47.0%

Is Dell City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dell City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Dell City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dell City is $24,271, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dell City is $51,400, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dell City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dell City has a population of 74 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.8%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

74
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dell City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.9%
58% below US avg
Spanish67.1%
401% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dell City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dell City is $24,271, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Dell City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,271
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,996
Avg Weekly Wage$1,450
IRS Avg AGI$39,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)80
County GDP$215M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dell City is $51,400, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,400
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.6%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

In Dell City, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 40.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dell City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD8.2%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity40.1%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress18.5%
Short Sleep40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.0%
Uninsured35.1%
308% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits35.9%
Premature Death9,663/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment0.0/10
Exercise Access0.1%
Dell City has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.9 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.9 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,697 ft (1,127 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates31.9349°N, 105.1998°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48229
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+69.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density44/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Restaurants5
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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