Dimmitt, TX

Texas

Dimmitt is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,143. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,143 Population 1,315/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $23,916 per capita
$88,500 Home Value $128,442 Zillow
$890 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
114 Violent Crime/100K 3,111 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,500 home value, $890/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
114 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,500
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 114/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,143
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density1,315/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$23,916
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$1,122M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,500
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,442

Crime

F
Violent114/100K
Property3,111/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault91/100K
Burglary795/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.0 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+79.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
Commute14 min
Libraries1

Is Dimmitt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dimmitt receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Dimmitt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dimmitt is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dimmitt is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Dimmitt is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,111 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dimmitt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.0 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dimmitt has a population of 4,143 with a density of 1,315 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.6%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

4,143
Total Population
1,315
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dimmitt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only40.6%
48% below US avg
Spanish59.4%
343% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dimmitt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dimmitt is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Dimmitt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,916
Avg Weekly Wage$903
IRS Avg AGI$57,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)290
County GDP$1,122M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare9
Retail23
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,067
73% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dimmitt is $88,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,442.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,442

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,067
73% above US avg
Effective Rate6.86%
In Dimmitt, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death10,360/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities9
Dimmitt has a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,111 per 100,000 (59% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Dimmitt vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent113.5/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery22.7/100K
Assault90.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,110.8/100K
59% above US avg
Burglary794.7/100K
Theft2,134.4/100K
Vehicle Theft181.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dimmitt has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.0 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density1,315/sq mi
Coordinates34.5479°N, 102.3068°W
County FIPS48069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+79.3%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,315/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Work from Home0.9%

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