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Deport, TX

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Deport is a small town in Texas with a population of 793. Residents earn $48,333 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
793 Population 714/sq mi density
$48,333 Median Income $26,419 per capita
$65,500 Home Value $164,738 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,500 home value, $633/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,333
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,500
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population793
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density714/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,333
Per Capita$26,419
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$442M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,500
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,738
Housing Units515
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking16.7%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation424 ft (129 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+78.4%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute26 min
Broadband71.6%
Libraries1

Is Deport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deport receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Deport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deport is $48,333, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deport is $65,500, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Deport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Deport has a population of 793 with a density of 714 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

793
Total Population
714
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Deport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deport is $48,333, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Deport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,333
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,419
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$57,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)248
County GDP$442M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare13
Retail41
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deport is $65,500, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,738.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,500
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,738

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%
Housing Units515
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Rate6.53%
In Deport, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,852
Dentists1:3,847
Mental Health1:2,920
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits49.4%
Premature Death19,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access32.2%
Healthcare Facilities13
Deport has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation424 ft (129 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density714/sq mi
Coordinates33.5291°N, 95.3174°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48387
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.8-point margin. 71.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+78.4%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density714/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants14
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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