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Edom, TX

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Edom is a small town in Texas with a population of 300. Residents earn $101,250 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
300 Population 120/sq mi density
$101,250 Median Income $37,521 per capita
$167,200 Home Value
$1,333 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,200 home value, $1,333/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,250
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $167,200
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,333
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population300
Median Age27.7 yrs
Density120/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,250
Per Capita$37,521
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$2,784M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,200
Rent$1,333
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking12.9%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation484 ft (148 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries4

Is Edom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edom receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Edom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edom is $101,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Edom among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edom is $167,200, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,333 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Edom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Edom has a population of 300 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 27.7 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

300
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
27.7yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Edom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edom is $101,250, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Edom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,250
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,521
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$66,802

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,656
County GDP$2,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare126
Retail268
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,037
130% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Edom is $167,200, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,333 (15% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,200
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,333
15% above US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,037
130% above US avg
Effective Rate4.81%
In Edom, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,789
Dentists1:2,914
Mental Health1:1,485
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death13,194/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities126
Edom has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation484 ft (148 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates32.3741°N, 95.6093°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48213
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density120/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants166
Retail Stores268

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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