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Geronimo, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Geronimo is a small town in Texas with a population of 977. Residents earn $63,661 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
977 Population 122/sq mi density
$63,661 Median Income $34,953 per capita
$281,300 Home Value $239,755 Zillow
$1,145 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 300 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
$63,661 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$281,300 home value, $1,145/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,661
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $281,300
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,145
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population977
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,661
Per Capita$34,953
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,546M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$281,300
Rent$1,145
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,755
Housing Units286
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured18.4%
Smoking12.1%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation572 ft (174 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute31 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries3

Is Geronimo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geronimo receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Geronimo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geronimo is $63,661, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geronimo is $281,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,145 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Geronimo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Geronimo has a population of 977 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.2%).

Population

977
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Geronimo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.2%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.8%
55% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Geronimo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geronimo is $63,661, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Geronimo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,661
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$75,762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,729
County GDP$14,546M

Business (County)

Restaurants237
Healthcare256
Retail300
Manufacturing131

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Geronimo is $281,300, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,145 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,755.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$281,300
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,755
Median List Price$241,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$241,999
$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops29.3%
Inventory75

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,145
2% below US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%
Housing Units286
Median Year Built2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,777
94% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Geronimo, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.9%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.5%
Uninsured18.4%
114% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,849
Dentists1:2,574
Mental Health1:1,653
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death7,111/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access64.1%
Healthcare Facilities256
Geronimo has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation572 ft (174 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates29.6728°N, 97.9686°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48187
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.5-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 34.8%

Winner: Republican by 29.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants237
Retail Stores300

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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