Median Income $75,000

0% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.0%

53% lower than US avg

Median Rent $382

67% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.3%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.4%

33% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.2%

42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population439

Median Age27.4 yrs

Density1,514/mi²

Male / Female68% / 32%

Largest GroupWhite 50%

Veterans2.5%

Economy

Median Income$75,000

Per Capita$27,093

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty7.2%

County GDP$10,018M

Commute10 min

Housing

A+

Home ValueN/A

Rent$382

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units116

Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity34.3%

Uninsured14.3%

Smoking12.7%

Depression24.6%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain19.6 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation2,789 ft (850 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.0%

High School+96.8%

Graduate+2.3%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%

Commute10 min

Broadband90.3%

Libraries1

Is Forsan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forsan receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Forsan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forsan is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $382 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Forsan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Forsan has a population of 439 with a density of 1,514 people per square mile. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 4.3% Black.

Population

439

Total Population

1,514

People / sq mi

27.4yrs

Median Age

30% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.7%

Female 32.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Forsan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	75.4%
	4% below US avg
Spanish	24.6%
	84% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Forsan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forsan is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Forsan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$75,000
	0% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,093
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,255
IRS Avg AGI	$98,865

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.4%
	33% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.2%
	42% below US avg
Establishments (County)	922
County GDP	$10,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants	85
Healthcare	67
Retail	109
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,575
	59% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	9.5 min
Drive Alone	87.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.6%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $382 (67% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$382
	67% below US avg
Rent Burden	9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	41.7%
Housing Units	116
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,575
	59% above US avg

In Forsan, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.3%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	30.4%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.7%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.9%
Depression	24.6%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	77.4%
Uninsured	14.3%
	66% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,875
Dentists	1:1,871
Mental Health	1:436
Checkup Rate	72.6%
Dental Visits	58.4%
Premature Death	11,672/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.3/10
Exercise Access	64.5%
Healthcare Facilities	67

Forsan has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	64.8°F
	20% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	19.6 inches
	48% below US avg
Snowfall	2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,789 ft (850 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	1,514/sq mi
Coordinates	32.1103°N, 101.3668°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48227

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%

D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.0%
	53% below US avg
High School+	96.8%
Graduate Degree+	2.3%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,514/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.3%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	67
Restaurants	85
Retail Stores	109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	9.5 min
Drive Alone	87.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.6%

Forsan, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Forsan a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Forsan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Forsan vs U.S. Average

Income: Forsan 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: Forsan 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