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Earth is a small town in Texas with a population of 937. Residents earn $47,303 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
937 Population 781/sq mi density
$47,303 Median Income $26,328 per capita
$76,400 Home Value $83,140 Zillow
$786 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,303 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,400 home value, $786/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,303
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population937
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density781/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,303
Per Capita$26,328
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,006M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,400
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$83,140
Housing Units514
Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured33.9%
Smoking16.7%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,696 ft (1,127 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+70.7%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute18 min
Broadband72.6%
Libraries3

Is Earth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Earth receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Earth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Earth is $47,303, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Earth is $76,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Earth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Earth has a population of 937 with a density of 781 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.8%), with 9.5% Hispanic, 3.5% Black.

Population

937
Total Population
781
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Earth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.0%
31% below US avg
Spanish46.0%
243% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Earth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Earth is $47,303, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Earth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,303
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,328
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$54,060

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)414
County GDP$1,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare23
Retail34
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,656
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Earth is $76,400, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $83,140.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,400
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$83,140

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% below US avg
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.9%
Housing Units514
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,656
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.09%
In Earth, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 39.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.0%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity39.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Uninsured33.9%
294% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits42.6%
Premature Death12,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access49.0%
Healthcare Facilities23
Earth has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.0 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,696 ft (1,127 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density781/sq mi
Coordinates34.2338°N, 102.4092°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48279
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.3-point margin. 72.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 64.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+70.7%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density781/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants16
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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