Median Income $38,125

49% lower than US avg

Home Value $44,100

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 3.0%

91% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.1%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 25.7%

107% higher than US avg

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

People

Population225

Median Age53.1 yrs

Density234/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 83%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$38,125

Per Capita$27,383

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty25.7%

County GDP$115M

Commute52 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$44,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units135

Rent Burden33.5%

Health

Obesity38.1%

Uninsured20.0%

Smoking16.6%

Depression24.4%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days328/yr

Elevation2,544 ft (775 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.0%

High School+78.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.42

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%

Commute52 min

Broadband91.0%

Libraries1

Is Dickens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dickens receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Dickens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dickens is $38,125, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dickens is $44,100, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.0% 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 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dickens enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dickens has a population of 225 with a density of 234 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

225

Total Population

234

People / sq mi

53.1yrs

Median Age

37% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%

Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dickens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	81.4%
	4% above US avg
Spanish	18.6%
	39% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dickens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dickens is $38,125, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Dickens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,125
	49% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,383
Avg Weekly Wage	$937
IRS Avg AGI	$52,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	25.7%
	107% above US avg
Establishments (County)	64
County GDP	$115M

Business (County)

Healthcare	4
Retail	10

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	51.8 min
Drive Alone	78.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dickens is $44,100, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$44,100
	84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$756
1 Bedroom	$778
2 Bedrooms	$973
3 Bedrooms	$1,167
4 Bedrooms	$1,432

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	89.2%
Housing Units	135
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

In Dickens, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.1%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	11.6%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	33.2%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.6%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	29.5%
Depression	24.4%
Mental Distress	19.3%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.1%
Uninsured	20.0%
	133% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,740
Mental Health	1:1,711
Checkup Rate	71.4%
Dental Visits	50.2%
Premature Death	11,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.0/10
Exercise Access	41.3%
Healthcare Facilities	4

Dickens has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	61.4°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.5 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,544 ft (775 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	234/sq mi
Coordinates	33.6213°N, 100.8368°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48125

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.3-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%

D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	3.0%
	91% below US avg
High School+	78.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.42

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	234/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	4
Retail Stores	10

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	51.8 min
Drive Alone	78.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Dickens, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Dickens a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Dickens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Dickens vs U.S. Average

Income: Dickens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities