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Gallatin, TX

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Gallatin is a small town in Texas with a population of 384. Residents earn $75,125 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
384 Population 83/sq mi density
$75,125 Median Income $34,399 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
$569 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,125 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $569/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,125
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $569
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population384
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,125
Per Capita$34,399
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$2,080M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$569
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units152
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured17.2%
Smoking17.5%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+82.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute22 min
Broadband80.3%
Libraries3

Is Gallatin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gallatin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Gallatin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gallatin is $75,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gallatin is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $569 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gallatin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gallatin has a population of 384 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.2%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 5.5% Black.

Population

384
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gallatin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.4%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.6%
113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gallatin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gallatin is $75,125, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Gallatin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,125
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,399
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$60,120

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)906
County GDP$2,080M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare72
Retail130
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,873
96% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gallatin is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $569 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$569
51% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Housing Units152
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,873
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.00%
In Gallatin, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Uninsured17.2%
100% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits47.9%
Premature Death11,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access55.8%
Healthcare Facilities72
Gallatin has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates31.8969°N, 95.1521°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.9%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+82.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants74
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

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