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Gordon, TX

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Gordon is a small town in Texas with a population of 460. Residents earn $76,375 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
460 Population 474/sq mi density
$76,375 Median Income $50,795 per capita
$154,500 Home Value $395,790 Zillow
$946 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$76,375 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,500 home value, $946/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,375
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $154,500
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $946
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population460
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density474/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,375
Per Capita$50,795
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,287M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,500
Rent$946
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$395,790
Housing Units278
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation983 ft (300 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+12.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute29 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries1

Is Gordon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordon receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Gordon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gordon is $76,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gordon is $154,500, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $946 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gordon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gordon has a population of 460 with a density of 474 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

460
Total Population
474
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gordon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordon is $76,375, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Gordon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,375
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,795
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$71,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)731
County GDP$1,287M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare46
Retail96
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Gordon is $154,500, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $946 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $395,790.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,500
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$395,790

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$946
19% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
Effective Rate5.70%
In Gordon, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,049
Dentists1:2,924
Mental Health1:3,718
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits56.1%
Premature Death11,397/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Gordon has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation983 ft (300 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density474/sq mi
Coordinates32.5455°N, 98.3672°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48363
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.1-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.2%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+12.1%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density474/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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