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DISH, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

DISH is a small town in Texas with a population of 614. Residents earn $148,750 per year, which is 98% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
614 Population 389/sq mi density
$148,750 Median Income $58,120 per capita
$454,400 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$148,750 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$454,400 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $148,750
98% higher than US avg
Home Value $454,400
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.1%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population614
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density389/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$148,750
Per Capita$58,120
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$64,329M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$454,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units196
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity33.0%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking10.5%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation638 ft (194 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.1%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute33 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries17

Is DISH a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, DISH receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. DISH stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in DISH is $148,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 98% above $75,149. This places DISH among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in DISH is $454,400, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

DISH enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

DISH has a population of 614 with a density of 389 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

614
Total Population
389
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

DISH vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

DISH vs U.S. Average

The median household income in DISH is $148,750, which is 98% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: DISH vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$148,750
98% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,120
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$116,976

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,760
County GDP$64,329M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,020
Healthcare2,419
Retail1,991
Manufacturing458

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in DISH is $454,400, 61% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$454,400
61% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.6%
Housing Units196
Median Year Built2013

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In DISH, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 10.5% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.5%
25% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,865
Dentists1:1,602
Mental Health1:553
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death5,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access94.1%
Healthcare Facilities2,419
DISH has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation638 ft (194 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density389/sq mi
Coordinates33.1287°N, 97.3079°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.2-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.7%

Winner: Republican by 13.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.1%
2% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density389/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities2,419
Restaurants2,020
Retail Stores1,991

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

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