Median Income $53,750

28% lower than US avg

Home Value $79,000

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.4%

87% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.1%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.1%

91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population177

Median Age32.1 yrs

Density412/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 51%

Veterans78.0%

Economy

Median Income$53,750

Per Capita$20,685

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty1.1%

County GDP$1,766M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$79,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units66

Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity36.1%

Uninsured28.2%

Smoking12.7%

Depression21.0%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain18.4 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation3,503 ft (1,068 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.4%

High School+83.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%

Commute21 min

Broadband55.0%

Libraries2

Is Edmonson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edmonson 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. Edmonson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edmonson is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edmonson is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Edmonson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Edmonson has a population of 177 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

177

Total Population

412

People / sq mi

32.1yrs

Median Age

17% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%

Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Edmonson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	41.4%
	47% below US avg
Spanish	58.6%
	337% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Edmonson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edmonson is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Edmonson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,750
	28% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$20,685
Avg Weekly Wage	$937
IRS Avg AGI	$54,593

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.1%
	91% below US avg
Establishments (County)	854
County GDP	$1,766M

Business (County)

Restaurants	51
Healthcare	65
Retail	94
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,482
	57% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.7 min
Drive Alone	98.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Edmonson is $79,000, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$79,000
	72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	76.4%
Housing Units	66
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,482
	57% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.94%

In Edmonson, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.1%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	12.2%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	31.2%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	5.4%
Cancer	5.7%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.7%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	32.2%
Depression	21.0%
Mental Distress	17.3%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	56.1%
Uninsured	28.2%
	228% above US avg
Checkup Rate	71.5%
Dental Visits	51.0%
Premature Death	11,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.5/10
Exercise Access	65.1%
Healthcare Facilities	65

Edmonson has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.6°F
	9% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	18.4 inches
	52% below US avg
Snowfall	7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,503 ft (1,068 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	412/sq mi
Coordinates	34.2791°N, 101.8967°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48189

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%

D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 58 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.4%
	87% below US avg
High School+	83.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	412/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	55.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	65
Restaurants	51
Retail Stores	94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.7 min
Drive Alone	98.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Edmonson, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Edmonson a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Edmonson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Edmonson vs U.S. Average

Income: Edmonson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities