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Garwood, TX

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Garwood is a small town in Texas with a population of 415. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
415 Population 76/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $25,608 per capita
$243,300 Home Value $251,700 Zillow
$785 Median Rent 34.8% income on rent
71°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$243,300 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $243,300
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population415
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$25,608
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.4%
County GDP$1,207M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$243,300
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$251,700
Housing Units185
Rent Burden34.8%

Health

Obesity43.0%
Uninsured22.9%
Smoking19.9%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation159 ft (48 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+74.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.3%
Libraries5

Is Garwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garwood receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Garwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garwood is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garwood is $243,300, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Garwood has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Garwood has a population of 415 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

415
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Garwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.0%
20% below US avg
Spanish37.0%
176% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Garwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garwood is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Garwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,608
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$74,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above US avg
Establishments (County)643
County GDP$1,207M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare48
Retail89
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,234
107% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Garwood is $243,300, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,700.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$243,300
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$251,700

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden34.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.0%
Housing Units185
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,234
107% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Garwood, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.2%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured22.9%
166% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits39.0%
Premature Death11,859/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities48
Garwood has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation159 ft (48 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates29.4415°N, 96.4134°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 74.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.3%
D 21.1%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+74.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants45
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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