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Dodd City, TX

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Dodd City is a small town in Texas with a population of 496. Residents earn $107,083 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
496 Population 280/sq mi density
$107,083 Median Income $30,808 per capita
$130,200 Home Value $349,360 Zillow
$1,427 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 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
$107,083 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,200 home value, $1,427/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,083
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $130,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,427
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population496
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,083
Per Capita$30,808
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,542M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,200
Rent$1,427
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$349,360
Housing Units160
Rent Burden18.5%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking15.2%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation672 ft (205 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute33 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries3

Is Dodd City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dodd City 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, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Dodd City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dodd City is $107,083, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Dodd City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.5% 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 Dodd City is $130,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,427 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dodd City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dodd City has a population of 496 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

496
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Dodd City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dodd City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dodd City is $107,083, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Dodd City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,083
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,067
IRS Avg AGI$66,490

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)635
County GDP$1,542M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dodd City is $130,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,427 (23% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,360.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,200
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$349,360

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,427
23% above US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.7%
Housing Units160
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,786
65% above US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Dodd City, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dodd City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.7%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death10,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities45
Dodd City has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 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) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation672 ft (205 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates33.5757°N, 96.0755°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.4-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.5%
12% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants39
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home0.4%

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