Home Value $25,000

91% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.6%

63% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.8%

68% higher than US avg

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

People

Population135

Median Age53.5 yrs

Density93/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 49%

Veterans6.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$30,011

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty20.8%

County GDP$299M

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$25,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units133

Rent Burden34.7%

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured20.2%

Smoking16.2%

Depression23.9%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain25.7 in/yr

Sunny Days328/yr

Elevation1,451 ft (442 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.6%

High School+77.5%

Graduate+2.2%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%

Commute16 min

Broadband62.0%

Libraries1

Is Goree a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goree receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Goree has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goree is $25,000, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Goree 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 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Goree has a population of 135 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.9%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 23% Black.

Population

135

Total Population

People / sq mi

53.5yrs

Median Age

38% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%

Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Goree vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	84.5%
	8% above US avg
Spanish	15.5%
	16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Goree vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goree is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Goree vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$30,011
Avg Weekly Wage	$996
IRS Avg AGI	$55,922

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	20.8%
	68% above US avg
Establishments (County)	148
County GDP	$299M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	4
Retail	19

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.8 min
Drive Alone	37.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Goree is $25,000, 91% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$25,000
	91% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	34.7%

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	93.5%
Housing Units	133
Median Year Built	1962

Property Tax

In Goree, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	33.9%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	30.1%
Depression	23.9%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	14.8%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.4%
Uninsured	20.2%
	135% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,351
Checkup Rate	71.8%
Dental Visits	52.9%
Premature Death	13,276/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	77.3%
Healthcare Facilities	4

Goree has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.2°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.7 inches
	32% below US avg
Snowfall	4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,451 ft (442 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	93/sq mi
Coordinates	33.4680°N, 99.5236°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48275

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.5-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84%

D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 68.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.6%
	63% below US avg
High School+	77.5%
Graduate Degree+	2.2%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	93/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	62.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	4
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.8 min
Drive Alone	37.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.8%

Goree, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Goree a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Goree vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Goree vs U.S. Average

Income: Goree 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: Goree 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