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Easton, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Easton is a small town in Texas with a population of 415. Residents earn $30,469 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
415 Population 169/sq mi density
$30,469 Median Income $18,840 per capita
$79,200 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$30,469 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,200 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,469
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.7%
180% higher than US avg

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

People

Population415
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,469
Per Capita$18,840
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.7%
County GDP$10,511M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units219
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured17.4%
Smoking13.0%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation271 ft (83 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries5

Is Easton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Easton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Easton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Easton is $30,469, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Easton is $79,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Easton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Easton has a population of 415 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (60.7%), with 16.9% White.

Population

415
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Easton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Easton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Easton is $30,469, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Easton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,469
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,840
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$72,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.7%
180% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,316
County GDP$10,511M

Business (County)

Restaurants380
Healthcare461
Retail653
Manufacturing170

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Easton is $79,200, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,200
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.1%
Housing Units219
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,591
88% above US avg
Effective Rate8.32%
In Easton, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.3%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep44.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.9%
Uninsured17.4%
102% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits50.5%
Premature Death12,456/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access86.0%
Healthcare Facilities461
Easton has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation271 ft (83 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates32.3819°N, 94.5912°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48183
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities461
Restaurants380
Retail Stores653

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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