Doolittle, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Doolittle is a small city in Texas with a population of 6,162. Residents earn $36,397 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,162 Population 1,478/sq mi density
$36,397 Median Income $16,240 per capita
$74,600 Home Value
$1,016 Median Rent 33.4% income on rent
75°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$36,397 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,600 home value, $1,016/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,397
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.3%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,016
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.8%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 54.1%
336% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,162
Median Age23.6 yrs
Density1,478/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 20%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

F
Median Income$36,397
Per Capita$16,240
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty54.1%
County GDP$31,357M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,600
Rent$1,016
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden33.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Elevation85 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.3%
High School+51.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
Broadband67.4%
Libraries16

Is Doolittle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Doolittle receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Doolittle has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Doolittle is $36,397, 52% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 54.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Doolittle is $74,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,016 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Doolittle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Doolittle has a population of 6,162 with a density of 1,478 people per square mile. The median age is 23.6 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (19.5%).

Population

6,162
Total Population
1,478
People / sq mi
23.6yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Doolittle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only2.6%
97% below US avg
Spanish97.4%
627% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Doolittle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Doolittle is $36,397, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 54.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Doolittle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,397
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,240
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$47,556

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate54.1%
336% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,062
County GDP$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,288
Healthcare2,330
Retail2,150
Manufacturing302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Doolittle is $74,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,016 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,600
74% below US avg
Median List Price$237,443

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$237,443
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,016
13% below US avg
Rent Burden33.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Effective Rate9.30%
In Doolittle, 49.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 48.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.8%
55% above US avg
Diabetes22.4%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma9.4%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity48.4%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress21.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.0%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,330

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Doolittle has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density1,478/sq mi
Coordinates26.3598°N, 98.1168°W
County FIPS48215
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.9-point margin. 67.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.3%
96% below US avg
High School+51.9%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,478/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.4%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,330
Restaurants1,288
Retail Stores2,150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.8%

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