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Detroit, TX

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Detroit is a small town in Texas with a population of 546. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
546 Population 346/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $19,972 per capita
$91,700 Home Value $236,124 Zillow
$542 Median Rent 30.4% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,700 home value, $542/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $542
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population546
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$19,972
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$442M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,700
Rent$542
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,124
Housing Units282
Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking16.5%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation481 ft (147 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute49 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries1

Is Detroit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Detroit receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Detroit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Detroit is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 33.3% 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 Detroit is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Detroit 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.

Detroit has a population of 546 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.9%), with 4.8% Hispanic, 16.1% Black.

Population

546
Total Population
346
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Detroit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Detroit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Detroit is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Detroit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,972
Avg Weekly Wage$853
IRS Avg AGI$57,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% 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 Rate4.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.0 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Detroit is $91,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,124.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,700
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,124

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$542
53% below US avg
Rent Burden30.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.0%
Housing Units282
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.67%
In Detroit, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.1%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits51.7%
Premature Death19,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access32.2%
Healthcare Facilities13
Detroit 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

Elevation481 ft (147 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density346/sq mi
Coordinates33.6602°N, 95.2664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48387
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.8-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density346/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants14
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.0 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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