Home Value $79,000

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.4%

75% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.3%

38% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.3%

48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population226

Median Age56.1 yrs

Density222/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 4%

Veterans9.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$23,286

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty18.3%

County GDP$2,378M

Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$79,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units116

Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity44.3%

Uninsured14.4%

Smoking16.6%

Depression21.1%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain39.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation318 ft (97 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.4%

High School+81.0%

Graduate+2.3%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%

Commute31 min

Broadband81.0%

Libraries2

Is Goodlow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goodlow receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Goodlow faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goodlow is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Goodlow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°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 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Goodlow has a population of 226 with a density of 222 people per square mile. The median age is 56.1 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (79.2%), with 4.4% White.

Population

226

Total Population

222

People / sq mi

56.1yrs

Median Age

44% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%

Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Goodlow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.4%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.6%
	81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goodlow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goodlow is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Goodlow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$23,286
Avg Weekly Wage	$966
IRS Avg AGI	$63,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.3%
	48% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,010
County GDP	$2,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants	79
Healthcare	122
Retail	147
Manufacturing	58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,220
	106% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	9.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.9 min
Drive Alone	95.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goodlow is $79,000, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$79,000
	72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.0%

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	86.0%
Housing Units	116
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,220
	106% above US avg
Effective Rate	9.14%

In Goodlow, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.3%
	38% above US avg
Diabetes	16.1%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	42.9%
Asthma	12.7%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	4.8%
Stroke	4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.6%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.2%
Physical Inactivity	32.7%
Depression	21.1%
Mental Distress	20.4%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	47.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.4%
Uninsured	14.4%
	67% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,573
Dentists	1:2,732
Mental Health	1:1,325
Checkup Rate	79.2%
Dental Visits	47.8%
Premature Death	11,374/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	53.4%
Healthcare Facilities	122

Goodlow has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	67.0°F
	24% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.3 inches
	4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	318 ft (97 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	222/sq mi
Coordinates	32.1084°N, 96.2156°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48349

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%

D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.4%
	75% below US avg
High School+	81.0%
Graduate Degree+	2.3%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	222/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	81.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	122
Restaurants	79
Retail Stores	147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.9 min
Drive Alone	95.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Goodlow, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Goodlow a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Goodlow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Goodlow vs U.S. Average

Income: Goodlow 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: Goodlow 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