Eastland, TX

Texas

Eastland is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,631. Residents earn $51,334 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,631 Population 829/sq mi density
$51,334 Median Income $31,162 per capita
$175,800 Home Value $177,527 Zillow
$805 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
362 Violent Crime/100K 3,796 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,334 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$175,800 home value, $805/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
362 violent crimes/100K (5% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,334
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,800
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 362/100K
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,631
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density829/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,334
Per Capita$31,162
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$906M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,800
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,527

Crime

F
Violent362/100K
Property3,796/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault362/100K
Burglary775/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain29.2 in/yr
Elevation1,435 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.27

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Eastland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eastland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Eastland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eastland is $51,334, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eastland is $175,800, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Eastland is below the national average at 362 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,796 per 100,000, 94% above the national average.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Eastland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Eastland has a population of 3,631 with a density of 829 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

3,631
Total Population
829
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39%
Female 61%

Race & Ethnicity

Eastland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eastland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eastland is $51,334, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Eastland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,334
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,162
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$62,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)530
County GDP$906M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare45
Retail82
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,219
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eastland is $175,800, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,527.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,800
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,527

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$805
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$756
1 Bedroom$862
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,353
4 Bedrooms$1,632

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,219
78% above US avg
Effective Rate3.54%
In Eastland, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death12,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities45
Eastland has a violent crime rate of 362 per 100,000 residents, 5% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,796 per 100,000 (94% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent361.6/100K
5% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault361.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,796.5/100K
94% above US avg
Burglary774.8/100K
Theft2,918.4/100K
Vehicle Theft103.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Eastland has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.2 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,435 ft (437 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density829/sq mi
Coordinates32.4022°N, 98.8177°W
County FIPS48133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.5%
D 11%

Winner: Republican by 77.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.27
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density829/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants57
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations273
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home3.0%

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